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How to get fromClifden to Carlowby bus, train, or car

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

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  1. Bus, train

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    1. Take the bus from Clifden to Galway Coach Stnbus bus 923
    2. Take the train from Galway to Kildaretrain train Ic / ...
    3. Take the train from Kildare to Carlowtrain train Re / ...
    5h 43m
    €30–51

  2. Bus, train via Athlone

    1. Take the bus from Clifden to Galway Coach Stnbus bus 923
    2. Take the train from Galway to Athlonetrain train Ic / ...
    3. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Carlow Bus Stnbus bus 73
    6h 19m
    €39–63

  3. Drive 252.1 km

    1. Drive from Clifden to Carlowcar car 252.1 km
    3h 16m
    €43–62

  4. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Clifden to Galway Coach Stnbus bus 923
    2. Take the bus from Galway Coach Stn to Parkgate Stbus bus 761 / ...
    3. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Carlow Bus Stnbus bus 736
    6h 31m
    €38–61

Clifden to Carlow by bus and train

Calendar56Weekly Services
Duration5h 43mAverage Duration
Ticket€30Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 283.9 km
  • Duration: 5h 43m

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

You can take a bus from Clifden to Carlow Bus Stn via Galway Coach Stn, Parkgate St, and Heuston Station in around 6h 31m.

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