What is the cheapest way to get from Carlow to Salthill?

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Salthill is to train which costs €21 - €45 and takes 3h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carlow to Salthill?

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Salthill is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Salthill?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow to Salthill. However, there are services departing from Carlow Bus Stn and arriving at Lenaboy Pk via Crampton Quay and Eyre Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Carlow and Salthill?

No, there is no direct train from Carlow to Salthill. However, there are services departing from Carlow and arriving at Galway via Kildare and Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Carlow to Salthill?

The distance between Carlow and Salthill is 203 km. The road distance is 177.8 km.

How do I travel from Carlow to Salthill without a car?

The best way to get from Carlow to Salthill without a car is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs €21 - €45.

How long does it take to get from Carlow to Salthill?

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Carlow to Salthill, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Salthill bus from?

Carlow to Salthill bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Carlow Bus Stn station.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Salthill train from?

Carlow to Salthill train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Carlow station.

Train or bus from Carlow to Salthill?

The best way to get from Carlow to Salthill is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs €21 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €55 and takes 4h 54m.

Where does the Carlow to Salthill bus arrive?

Carlow to Salthill bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Eden Quay station.

Where does the Carlow to Salthill train arrive?

Carlow to Salthill train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Kildare station.

Can I drive from Carlow to Salthill?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Salthill is 178 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Carlow to Salthill.

Where can I stay near Salthill?

There are 619+ hotels available in Salthill.

Carlow to Salthill - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Carlow to Salthill by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Carlow to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Galwaytrain Ic / ...
3h 55m
€22–44
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Athlone Stnbus 73
2. Take the train from Athlone to Galwaytrain Ic / ...
4h 11m
€30–53
Drive 177.8 km
1. Drive from Carlow to Salthillcar 177.8 km
2h 23m
€30–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Eden Quaybus 736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Crampton Quay to Galway Coach Stnbus 761 / ...
4h 54m
€28–51

Carlow to Salthill by train and bus

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3h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 203.2 km
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Carlow, Ireland and Salthill, Ireland?

You can take a train from Carlow to Lenaboy Pk via Kildare, Portarlington, Galway, and Eyre Square in around 3h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Lenaboy Pk via Eden Quay, Crampton Quay, Galway Coach Stn, and Eyre Square in around 4h 54m.

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