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

Composite routes from Carlow to Rathdowney

Cheapest
49 min
Car
55 km.
from $3

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 Portlaoise
Ave. Duration:
24 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.37–$9.55

Bus operators

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Carlow Coach Park to Portlaoise
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.55–$14.01

PJ Martley

Website:
transportforireland.ie
Bus from Carlow Coach Park to Portlaoise
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Twice daily

TFI Local Link Laois Offaly

Phone:
+353-57-8692168
Email:
Website:
locallinklaoisoffaly.ie/
Bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Rathdowney
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
6 times a week
Bus from Fire Station to Abbeyleix
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Bus from Abbeyleix to Rathdowney
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
6 times a week

Slieve Bloom Coach Tours

Phone:
05786-24416
Email:
Website:
slievebloomcoaches.ie/
Bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Rathdowney
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.19–$15.29
Bus from Abbeyleix to Rathdowney
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.01–$10.83

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Rathdowney is to drive which costs $10.33 - $16.30 and takes 49 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Rathdowney is to drive which takes 49 min and costs $10.33 - $16.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Rathdowney?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow to Rathdowney. However, there are services departing from Carlow Coach Park and arriving at Rathdowney via Portlaoise JFL Avenue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Carlow to Rathdowney?

The distance between Carlow and Rathdowney is 87 km. The road distance is 55.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Rathdowney without a car is to bus which takes 2h 28m and costs $16.30 - $25 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Carlow to Rathdowney, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Rathdowney bus from?

Carlow to Rathdowney bus services, operated by PJ Martley, depart from Carlow Coach Park station.

Where does the Carlow to Rathdowney bus arrive?

Carlow to Rathdowney bus services, operated by PJ Martley, arrive at Portlaoise JFL Avenue station.

What is the time difference between Carlow and Rathdowney?

It is currently 00:28 at both, Carlow and Rathdowney.

Can I drive from Carlow to Rathdowney?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Rathdowney is 55 km. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Carlow to Rathdowney.

Where can I stay near Rathdowney?

There are 22+ hotels available in Rathdowney. Prices start at $53.17 per night.
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