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

The cheapest way to get from Leitrim to Carlow is to train which costs €24 - €40 and takes 5h 55m.

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 €30 - €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 Longford Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

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 55m.

How far is it from Leitrim to Carlow?

The distance between Leitrim and Carlow is 203 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 bus which takes 5h 30m and costs €40 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m 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 Bus Éireann, depart from Leitrim 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 bus which takes 5h 30m and costs €40 - €55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €24 - €40 and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Leitrim to Carlow bus arrive?

Leitrim to Carlow bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Longford Stn 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 bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Leitrim to Longford Stnbus 469
2. Take the bus from Longford Stn to Carlow Bus Stnbus 73
5h 30m
€40–55
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Carrick On Shannon to Dublin Connollytrain Ic
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Carlowtrain Re / ...
5h 55m
€25–37
Drive 173.4 km
1. Drive from Leitrim to Carlowcar 173.4 km
2h 24m
€31–45
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

Leitrim to Carlow by bus

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Distance: 203.5 km
Duration: 5h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Leitrim to Carlow Bus Stn via Longford Stn in around 5h 30m. Alternatively, 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 55m.

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