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276 km.
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Carlow, Irish → Clifden, Irish

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

Composite routes from Carlow to Clifden

Cheapest
3 h 22 min
Car
276 km.
from $15
Other
6 h 15 min
Train, Bus
216 km.
from $57.85
6 h 43 min
218 km.
from $50.91
6 h 31 min
218 km.
from $45.54
6 h 54 min
218 km.
from $52.59

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Carlow to Kildare
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$7.01–$10.19
Train from Kildare to Galway
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$17.83–$25.48
Train from Portarlington to Galway
Ave. Duration:
1h 43m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$15.29–$22.93

Bus operators

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Hanover Bus Park to Eden
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.74–$19.11

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Galway Coach Station to Clifden
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$14.01–$21.65
Bus from Crampton Quay to Galway
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.83–$30.57

J.J.Kavanagh & Sons

Phone:
+353 818 333 222
Email:
Website:
jjkavanagh.ie/
Bus from Hanover Bus Park to Galway
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$20.38–$29.30
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 Clifden?

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Clifden is to bus which costs $29.35 - $43.48 and takes 6h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Clifden is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs $52.17 - $81.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Clifden?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow to Clifden. However, there are services departing from Hanover Bus Park and arriving at Clifden via Galway Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

How far is it from Carlow to Clifden?

The distance between Carlow and Clifden is 279 km. The road distance is 275.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Clifden without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 15m and costs $32.61 - $48.91 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Carlow to Clifden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Clifden bus from?

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

Where does the Carlow to Clifden bus arrive?

Carlow to Clifden bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Galway Cathedral station.

Can I drive from Carlow to Clifden?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Clifden is 275 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Carlow to Clifden.

Where can I stay near Clifden?

There are 315+ hotels available in Clifden. Prices start at $37.11 per night.
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