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

The cheapest way to get from Ennis to Carlow is to train which costs €22 - €35 and takes 4h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ennis to Carlow is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Ennis and Carlow?

No, there is no direct bus from Ennis to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Ennis Frs Walk and arriving at Carlow Bus Stn via Red Cow Luas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Ennis and Carlow?

No, there is no direct train from Ennis to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Ennis and arriving at Carlow via Limerick and Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Ennis to Carlow?

The distance between Ennis and Carlow is 238 km. The road distance is 162.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ennis to Carlow without a car is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs €22 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Ennis to Carlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ennis to Carlow bus from?

Ennis to Carlow bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Ennis Frs Walk station.

Where do I catch the Ennis to Carlow train from?

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

Train or bus from Ennis to Carlow?

The best way to get from Ennis to Carlow is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs €22 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin, which costs €27 - €40 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Ennis to Carlow bus arrive?

Ennis to Carlow bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Red Cow Luas station.

Where does the Ennis to Carlow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ennis to Carlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Ennis to Carlow is 163 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Ennis to Carlow.

Where can I stay near Carlow?

There are 112+ hotels available in Carlow.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ennis to Limericktrain Ic
2. Take the train from Limerick to Kildaretrain Re / ...
3. Take the train from Kildare to Carlowtrain Re / ...
4h 44m
€23–33
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Ennis Frs Walk to Red Cow Luasbus 300
2. Take the bus from Red Cow Luas to Carlow Bus Stnbus 736 / ...
4h 55m
€27–37
Drive 162.7 km
1. Drive from Ennis to Carlowcar 162.7 km
2h 19m
€28–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ennis Station to Limerick Colbertbus 51
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Piltownbus 55
3. Take the bus from Piltown to Carlow Fairgreenbus 487
7h 40m
€35–52

Ennis to Carlow by train

35Weekly Trains

4h 44mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 237.8 km
Duration: 4h 44m

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

You can take a train from Ennis to Carlow via Limerick and Kildare in around 4h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ennis Frs Walk to Carlow Bus Stn via Red Cow Luas in around 4h 55m.

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