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

The cheapest way to get from Drogheda to Carlow is to train which costs €14 - €22 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Drogheda to Carlow is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Drogheda and Carlow?

No, there is no direct bus from Drogheda to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Drogheda Bus and arriving at Carlow Bus Stn via N Wall Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Drogheda and Carlow?

No, there is no direct train from Drogheda to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Drogheda and arriving at Carlow via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Drogheda to Carlow?

The distance between Drogheda and Carlow is 143 km. The road distance is 120 km.

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

The best way to get from Drogheda to Carlow without a car is to train via Dublin which takes 2h 34m and costs €19 - €28.

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Drogheda to Carlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Drogheda to Carlow bus from?

Drogheda to Carlow bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Drogheda Bus station.

Where do I catch the Drogheda to Carlow train from?

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

Train or bus from Drogheda to Carlow?

The best way to get from Drogheda to Carlow is to train via Dublin which takes 2h 34m and costs €19 - €28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €30 and takes 3h 18m.

Where does the Drogheda to Carlow bus arrive?

Drogheda to Carlow bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at N Wall Quay station.

Where does the Drogheda to Carlow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Drogheda to Carlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Drogheda to Carlow is 120 km. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Drogheda to Carlow.

Where can I stay near Carlow?

There are 108+ hotels available in Carlow.

Drogheda to Carlow - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Drogheda to Carlow by train, bus, or car

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Train via Dublin
best
1. Take the train from Drogheda to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Carlowtrain Re / ...
2h 34m
€19–28
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Drogheda to Tara Streettrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Carlowtrain Re / ...
3h 4m
€15–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Drogheda Bus to N Wall Quaybus 100X
2. Take the bus from N Wall Quay to Carlow Bus Stnbus 736 / ...
3h 18m
€20–30
Drive 120 km
1. Drive from Drogheda to Carlowcar 120 km
1h 36m
€21–31
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from George's Street to Cathal Brugha Stbus 901
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Carlowtrain Re / ...
3h 2m
€18–23

Drogheda to Carlow by train and tram

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2h 34mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 143.1 km
Duration: 2h 34m

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

You can take a train from Drogheda to Carlow via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 2h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Drogheda Bus to Carlow Bus Stn via N Wall Quay in around 3h 18m.

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