What is the cheapest way to get from Portlaoise Station to Carlow?

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise Station to Carlow is to bus via Carraig Abhainn which costs €3 - €5 and takes 1h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portlaoise Station to Carlow?

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise Station to Carlow is to drive which takes 32 min and costs €6 - €10.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise Station and Carlow?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Market Square and arriving at Carlow Bus Stn. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

Is there a direct train between Portlaoise Station and Carlow?

No, there is no direct train from Portlaoise Station to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise and arriving at Carlow via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

How far is it from Portlaoise Station to Carlow?

The distance between Portlaoise Station and Carlow is 41 km. The road distance is 37.9 km.

How do I travel from Portlaoise Station to Carlow without a car?

The best way to get from Portlaoise Station to Carlow without a car is to bus which takes 53 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Portlaoise Station to Carlow?

The bus from Market Square to Carlow Bus Stn takes 51 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise Station to Carlow bus from?

Portlaoise Station to Carlow bus services, operated by Martley's, depart from Market Square station.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise Station to Carlow train from?

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

Train or bus from Portlaoise Station to Carlow?

The best way to get from Portlaoise Station to Carlow is to bus which takes 53 min and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €8 - €13 and takes 1h 47m.

Where does the Portlaoise Station to Carlow bus arrive?

Portlaoise Station to Carlow bus services, operated by Martley's, arrive at Carlow Bus Stn station.

Where does the Portlaoise Station to Carlow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portlaoise Station to Carlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise Station to Carlow is 38 km. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Portlaoise Station to Carlow.

Where can I stay near Carlow?

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There are 5 ways to get from Portlaoise Station to Carlow by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Market Square to Carlow Bus Stnbus Iw08
53 min
Bus via Carraig Abhainn
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Peter and P's Ch to Carraig Abhainnbus Iw04
1h 1m
€3–5
Train
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Kildaretrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Carlowtrain Re / ...
1h 47m
€8–13
Drive 37.9 km
1. Drive from Portlaoise Station to Carlowcar 37.9 km
32 min
€7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Portlaoise Station to Carlowtaxi 37.9 km
32 min
€55–70

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Distance: 40.6 km
Duration: 53 min

What companies run services between Portlaoise Station, Ireland and Carlow, Ireland?

Martley's operates a bus from Market Square to Carlow Bus Stn twice daily, and the journey takes 51 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Portlaoise Station to Carlow via Portlaoise and Kildare in around 1h 47m.

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