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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Carlow is to bus and train which costs €20 - €30 and takes 3h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Carlow is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Carlow?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Cork Andersn's Quay and arriving at Carlow Bus Stn via SETU Cork Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Carlow?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Carlow via Portlaoise and Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Cork to Carlow?

The distance between Cork and Carlow is 201 km. The road distance is 174.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Carlow without a car is to bus which takes 3h 38m and costs €18 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Cork to Carlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Carlow bus from?

Cork to Carlow bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Cork Andersn's Quay station.

Where do I catch the Cork to Carlow train from?

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

Train or bus from Cork to Carlow?

The best way to get from Cork to Carlow is to bus which takes 3h 38m and costs €18 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €24 - €40 and takes 3h 42m.

Where does the Cork to Carlow bus arrive?

Cork to Carlow bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at SETU Cork Road station.

Where does the Cork to Carlow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cork to Carlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Carlow is 174 km. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Cork to Carlow.

Where can I stay near Carlow?

There are 109+ hotels available in Carlow.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to SETU Cork Roadbus 600
2. Take the bus from SETU Cork Road to Carlow Bus Stnbus 736 / ...
3h 38m
€19–34
Train
1. Take the train from Cork to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Carlowtrain Re / ...
3h 42m
€24–35
Drive 174.1 km
1. Drive from Cork to Carlowcar 174.1 km
2h 11m
€30–43
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Kilkenny Stnbus 600
2. Take the train from Kilkenny to Carlowtrain Re / ...
3h 56m
€20–29

Cork to Carlow by bus

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3h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 201.1 km
Duration: 3h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Carlow Bus Stn via SETU Cork Road in around 3h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cork to Carlow via Portlaoise and Kildare in around 3h 42m.

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