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Carlow to Donegal

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3 h 20 min
295 km.
from $16
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Carlow, Irish → Donegal, Irish

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Carlow to Donegal

Cheapest
3 h 20 min
Car
295 km.
from $16
Other
5 h 22 min
Train, Bus
216 km.
from $55.41
5 h 34 min
216 km.
from $56.46

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Carlow to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$11.46–$16.56

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Donegal
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$24.20–$35.67

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Donegal
Ave. Duration:
3h 57m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$24.20–$34.39
Bus from Hanover Bus Park to Eden
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.74–$19.11

J.J.Kavanagh & Sons

Phone:
+353 818 333 222
Email:
Website:
jjkavanagh.ie/
Bus from Hanover Bus Park to Eden
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$15.29–$21.65

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Donegal is to train and bus which costs $31.52 - $46.74 and takes 5h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Donegal is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs $54.35 - $86.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Donegal?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow to Donegal. However, there are services departing from Hanover Bus Park and arriving at Donegal Abbey Hotel via Dublin Busaras Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

How far is it from Carlow to Donegal?

The distance between Carlow and Donegal is 337 km. The road distance is 295.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Donegal without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 22m and costs $31.52 - $46.74 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Carlow to Donegal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Donegal bus from?

Carlow to Donegal bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Hanover Bus Park station.

Where does the Carlow to Donegal bus arrive?

Carlow to Donegal bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Eden Quay station.

Can I drive from Carlow to Donegal?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Donegal is 296 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Carlow to Donegal.

Where can I stay near Donegal?

There are 268+ hotels available in Donegal. Prices start at $64.89 per night.
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