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

The cheapest way to get from Leitrim to Carlow is to bus which costs €22 - €40 and takes 6h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leitrim to Carlow is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Leitrim and Carlow?

No, there is no direct bus from Leitrim to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Leitrim and arriving at Carlow Bus Stn via Carrick-on-Shannon and Heuston Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Leitrim and Carlow?

No, there is no direct train from Leitrim to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Carrick On Shannon and arriving at Carlow via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

How far is it from Leitrim to Carlow?

The distance between Leitrim and Carlow is 260 km. The road distance is 173.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Leitrim to Carlow without a car is to train which takes 5h 22m and costs €24 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Leitrim to Carlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leitrim to Carlow bus from?

Leitrim to Carlow bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Carrick-on-Shannon station.

Where do I catch the Leitrim to Carlow train from?

Leitrim to Carlow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Carrick On Shannon station.

Train or bus from Leitrim to Carlow?

The best way to get from Leitrim to Carlow is to train which takes 5h 22m and costs €24 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin, which costs €28 - €55 and takes 5h 54m.

Where does the Leitrim to Carlow bus arrive?

Leitrim to Carlow bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Heuston Station.

Where does the Leitrim to Carlow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leitrim to Carlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Leitrim to Carlow is 173 km. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Leitrim to Carlow.

Where can I stay near Carlow?

There are 109+ hotels available in Carlow.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carrick On Shannon to Dublin Connollytrain Ic
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Carlowtrain Re / ...
5h 22m
€25–37
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leitrim to TUS North Gatebus
2. Take the bus from Athlone TUS to Stradballybus
3. Take the bus from Stradbally to Carlowbus
6h 35m
€23–36
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Carrick-on-Shannon to Heuston Stationbus 23
2. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Carlow Bus Stnbus 736 / ...
5h 54m
€29–53
Drive 173.4 km
1. Drive from Leitrim to Carlowcar 173.4 km
2h 24m
€30–43

Leitrim to Carlow by bus, train, and tram

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5h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 259.9 km
Duration: 5h 22m

What companies run services between Leitrim, IE-LM, Ireland and Carlow, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Leitrim to Carlow via Carrick-on-Snn Stn, Carrick On Shannon, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 5h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leitrim to Carlow Bus Stn via Carrick-on-Shannon and Heuston Station in around 5h 54m.

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