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

The cheapest way to get from Dundalk to Carlow is to bus via Dublin which costs €16 - €19 and takes 4h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dundalk to Carlow is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Dundalk and Carlow?

No, there is no direct bus from Dundalk to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Stapleton Place and arriving at Carlow Bus Stn via Airport Zone 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Dundalk and Carlow?

No, there is no direct train from Dundalk to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Dundalk and arriving at Carlow via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Dundalk to Carlow?

The distance between Dundalk and Carlow is 179 km. The road distance is 153.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Dundalk to Carlow without a car is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs €22 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Dundalk to Carlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Carlow bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Carlow train from?

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

Train or bus from Dundalk to Carlow?

The best way to get from Dundalk to Carlow is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs €22 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €35 and takes 3h 44m.

Where does the Dundalk to Carlow bus arrive?

Dundalk to Carlow bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Terminal 2 Zone 19 station.

Where does the Dundalk to Carlow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dundalk to Carlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundalk to Carlow is 153 km. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Dundalk to Carlow.

Where can I stay near Carlow?

There are 109+ hotels available in Carlow.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dundalk to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Carlowtrain Re / ...
3h 19m
€22–32
Bus via Dublin
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Marshes Shop Cntr to Cathal Brugha Stbus 901 / ...
2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Carlow Bus Stnbus 736 / ...
4h 2m
€16–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stapleton Place to Terminal 2 Zone 19bus 100X
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 16 to Carlow Bus Stnbus 736
3h 44m
€23–32
Drive 153.5 km
1. Drive from Dundalk to Carlowcar 153.5 km
1h 56m
€27–39

Dundalk to Carlow by train and tram

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3h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 179.1 km
Duration: 3h 19m

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

You can take a train from Dundalk to Carlow via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 3h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stapleton Place to Carlow Bus Stn via Terminal 2 Zone 19 and Airport Zone 16 in around 3h 44m.

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