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

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Carlow is to train which costs €18 - €27 and takes 3h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galway to Carlow is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Carlow?

No, there is no direct bus from Galway to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Galway Coach Stn and arriving at Carlow Bus Stn via Heuston Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Galway and Carlow?

No, there is no direct train from Galway to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Galway and arriving at Carlow via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Galway to Carlow?

The distance between Galway and Carlow is 200 km. The road distance is 176.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Galway to Carlow without a car is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs €18 - €27.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Galway to Carlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galway to Carlow bus from?

Galway to Carlow bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Galway Coach Stn station.

Where do I catch the Galway to Carlow train from?

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

Train or bus from Galway to Carlow?

The best way to get from Galway to Carlow is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs €18 - €27. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €40 and takes 4h 47m.

Where does the Galway to Carlow bus arrive?

Galway to Carlow bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Parkgate St station.

Where does the Galway to Carlow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galway to Carlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Carlow is 176 km. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Galway to Carlow.

Where can I stay near Carlow?

There are 107+ hotels available in Carlow.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Galway to Kildaretrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Carlowtrain Re / ...
3h 25m
€18–27
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Galway to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Carlow Bus Stnbus 73
4h 19m
€28–39
Drive 176.3 km
1. Drive from Galway to Carlowcar 176.3 km
2h 22m
€30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galway Coach Stn to Parkgate Stbus 761 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Carlow Bus Stnbus 736 / ...
4h 47m
€26–36

Galway to Carlow by train

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Distance: 200.4 km
Duration: 3h 25m

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

You can take a train from Galway to Carlow via Kildare in around 3h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Galway Coach Stn to Carlow Bus Stn via Parkgate St and Heuston Station in around 4h 47m.

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