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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Wicklow is to bus and line 183 bus which costs €8 - €12 and takes 3h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Wicklow is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs €12 - €18.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Wicklow?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow to Wicklow. However, there are services departing from Carlow Stn and arriving at Wicklow via Woodenbridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Carlow and Wicklow?

No, there is no direct train from Carlow to Wicklow. However, there are services departing from Carlow and arriving at Wicklow via Heuston and Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Carlow to Wicklow?

The distance between Carlow and Wicklow is 97 km. The road distance is 71.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Wicklow without a car is to bus and line 183 bus which takes 3h 3m and costs €8 - €12.

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

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

Where do I catch the Carlow to Wicklow bus from?

Carlow to Wicklow bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Carlow Kilkenny Wicklow, depart from Carlow Stn station.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Wicklow train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlow to Wicklow?

The best way to get from Carlow to Wicklow is to bus and line 183 bus which takes 3h 3m and costs €8 - €12. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €14 - €22 and takes 3h 35m.

Where does the Carlow to Wicklow bus arrive?

Carlow to Wicklow bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Carlow Kilkenny Wicklow, arrive at Woodenbridge Hotel station.

Where does the Carlow to Wicklow train arrive?

Carlow to Wicklow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Carlow to Wicklow?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Wicklow is 71 km. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Carlow to Wicklow.

Where can I stay near Wicklow?

There are 113+ hotels available in Wicklow.

Carlow to Wicklow - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, line 183 bus, car

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There are 6 ways to get from Carlow to Wicklow by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus, line 183 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Carlow Stn to Woodenbridge Hotelbus 800
2. Take the bus from Woodenbridge to Wicklowbus 183
3h 3m
€8–12
Train
1. Take the train from Carlow to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Tara Street to Wicklowtrain Re / ...
3h 35m
€15–22
Drive 71.3 km
1. Drive from Carlow to Wicklowcar 71.3 km
1h 27m
€13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carlow to Wicklowtaxi 71.3 km
1h 27m
€100–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Eden Quaybus 736 / ...
2. Take the bus from South Townsend St to Grand Hotelbus 133
3h 25m
€21–30
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Carlow to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Colley Rowbus 133
3h 35m
€25–35

Carlow to Wicklow by bus

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Distance: 96.8 km
Duration: 3h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Carlow Stn to Wicklow via Woodenbridge Hotel and Woodenbridge in around 3h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Carlow to Wicklow via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey St., and Tara Street in around 3h 35m.

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