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

The cheapest way to get from Roscrea to Carlow is to drive which costs €11 - €17 and takes 1h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Roscrea to Carlow is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs €11 - €17.

Is there a direct bus between Roscrea and Carlow?

No, there is no direct bus from Roscrea to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Roscrea Aby St and arriving at Carlow Bus Stn via Kilminchy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Roscrea and Carlow?

No, there is no direct train from Roscrea to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Roscrea and arriving at Carlow via Ballybrophy, Portlaoise and Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Roscrea to Carlow?

The distance between Roscrea and Carlow is 78 km. The road distance is 65.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Roscrea to Carlow without a car is to bus which takes 2h 10m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Roscrea to Carlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Roscrea to Carlow bus from?

Roscrea to Carlow bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Roscrea Aby St station.

Where do I catch the Roscrea to Carlow train from?

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

Train or bus from Roscrea to Carlow?

The best way to get from Roscrea to Carlow is to bus which takes 2h 10m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €13 - €22 and takes 3h 35m.

Where does the Roscrea to Carlow bus arrive?

Roscrea to Carlow bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Kilminchy station.

Where does the Roscrea to Carlow train arrive?

Roscrea to Carlow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Ballybrophy station.

Can I drive from Roscrea to Carlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Roscrea to Carlow is 66 km. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Roscrea to Carlow.

Where can I stay near Carlow?

There are 110+ hotels available in Carlow.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Roscrea Aby St to Kilminchybus 735
2. Take the bus from Kilminchy to Carlow Bus Stnbus Iw08
2h 10m
Drive 65.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Roscrea to Carlowcar 65.8 km
1h 4m
€12–17
Train
1. Take the train from Roscrea to Ballybrophytrain Ic
2. Take the train from Portlaoise to Kildaretrain Re / ...
3. Take the train from Kildare to Carlowtrain Re / ...
3h 35m
€14–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Roscrea to Carlowtaxi 65.8 km
1h 4m
€110–130

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Distance: 78.4 km
Duration: 2h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Roscrea Aby St to Carlow Bus Stn via Kilminchy in around 2h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Roscrea to Carlow via Ballybrophy, Portlaoise, and Kildare in around 3h 35m.

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