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

The cheapest way to get from Louth to Carlow is to drive which costs €25 - €40 and takes 1h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Louth to Carlow is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Louth and Carlow?

No, there is no direct bus from Louth to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Louth and arriving at Carlow Bus Stn via Dundalk Bus Stn and Airport Zone 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Louth and Carlow?

No, there is no direct train from Louth 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 34m.

How far is it from Louth to Carlow?

The distance between Louth and Carlow is 190 km. The road distance is 148.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Louth to Carlow without a car is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs €30 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Louth to Carlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Louth to Carlow bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Louth to Carlow train from?

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

Train or bus from Louth to Carlow?

The best way to get from Louth to Carlow is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs €30 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 4h 44m.

Where does the Louth to Carlow bus arrive?

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

Where does the Louth to Carlow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Louth to Carlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Louth to Carlow is 149 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Louth to Carlow.

Where can I stay near Carlow?

There are 112+ hotels available in Carlow.

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

How to get fromLouth to Carlow

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Dundalk to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Carlowtrain Re / ...
3h 34m
€32–46
Drive 148.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Louth to Carlowcar 148.8 km
1h 59m
€26–37
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ardee to Abbey Stbus 980 / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Carlowtrain Re / ...
4h 26m
€27–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dundalk Bus Stn to Terminal 2 Zone 19bus 100X
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 16 to Carlow Bus Stnbus 736
4h 44m
€34–47

Louth to Carlow by bus, foot, train, and tram

98Weekly Services

3h 34mAverage Duration

€32Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 190 km
Duration: 3h 34m

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

You can take a bus from Louth to Carlow via Saint Malachy's Vil, Dundalk, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 3h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Louth to Carlow Bus Stn via Dundalk Bus Stn, Terminal 2 Zone 19, and Airport Zone 16 in around 4h 44m.

Train operators