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

The cheapest way to get from Portadown to Carlow is to train which costs €26 - €40 and takes 3h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portadown to Carlow is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Portadown and Carlow?

No, there is no direct bus from Portadown to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Castle Street and arriving at Carlow Bus Stn via Kenlis Street and Airport Zone 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Portadown and Carlow?

No, there is no direct train from Portadown to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Portadown and arriving at Carlow via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Portadown to Carlow?

The distance between Portadown and Carlow is 232 km. The road distance is 207.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Portadown to Carlow without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs €26 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Portadown to Carlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portadown to Carlow bus from?

Portadown to Carlow bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Kenlis Street station.

Where do I catch the Portadown to Carlow train from?

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

Train or bus from Portadown to Carlow?

The best way to get from Portadown to Carlow is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs €26 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 17m.

Where does the Portadown to Carlow bus arrive?

Portadown to Carlow bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Airport T2 station.

Where does the Portadown to Carlow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portadown to Carlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Portadown to Carlow is 208 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Portadown to Carlow.

Where can I stay near Carlow?

There are 111+ hotels available in Carlow.

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There are 3 ways to get from Portadown to Carlow by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portadown to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Carlowtrain Re / ...
3h 42m
€26–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kenlis Street to Dublin Airport T2bus X1
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 16 to Carlow Bus Stnbus 736
5h 17m
Drive 207.9 km
1. Drive from Portadown to Carlowcar 207.9 km
2h 32m
€37–54

Portadown to Carlow by train and tram

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3h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 231.8 km
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Portadown, Northern Ireland and Carlow, Ireland?

You can take a train from Portadown to Carlow via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 3h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castle Street to Carlow Bus Stn via Kenlis Street, Dublin Airport T2, and Airport Zone 16 in around 5h 17m.

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