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

Composite routes from Dundalk to Carlow

Cheapest
1 h 44 min
Car
168 km.
from $9
Other
3 h 20 min
132 km.
from $43.83
3 h 42 min
132 km.
from $24.50
3 h 37 min
132 km.
from $43.52

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

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

Translink UK

Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Train from Dundalk to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.56–$24.20

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Dundalk Dublin Road to Dublin,
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.29–$21.65

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Hanover
Ave. Duration:
1h 48m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$14.01–$19.11

J.J.Kavanagh & Sons

Phone:
+353 818 333 222
Email:
Website:
jjkavanagh.ie/
Bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Hanover
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.29–$21.65
Bus from George's Quay to Hanover
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.29–$21.65

Matthews Coach Hire

Phone:
+353 42 937 8188
Email:
Website:
matthews.ie/
Bus from Marshes SC to Cathal
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.89

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Dundalk to Carlow is to bus via Dublin which costs $21.74 - $28.26 and takes 3h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dundalk to Carlow is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs $30.43 - $45.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Dundalk and Carlow?

No, there is no direct bus from Dundalk to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Dundalk Dublin Road and arriving at Hanover Bus Park via Dublin Airport Zone 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Dundalk and Carlow?

No, there is no direct train from Dundalk to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Dundalk and arriving at Carlow via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Dundalk to Carlow?

The distance between Dundalk and Carlow is 179 km. The road distance is 168.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Dundalk to Carlow without a car is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs $25 - $36.96 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Dundalk to Carlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Carlow bus from?

Dundalk to Carlow bus services, operated by Expressway, depart from Dundalk Dublin Road station.

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Carlow train from?

Dundalk to Carlow train services, operated by Translink UK, depart from Dundalk station.

Train or bus from Dundalk to Carlow?

The best way to get from Dundalk to Carlow is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs $25 - $36.96 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $25 - $36.96 and takes 3h 37m.

Where does the Dundalk to Carlow bus arrive?

Dundalk to Carlow bus services, operated by Expressway, arrive at Dublin, Airport station.

Where does the Dundalk to Carlow train arrive?

Dundalk to Carlow train services, operated by Translink UK, arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Dundalk to Carlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundalk to Carlow is 168 km. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Dundalk to Carlow.

How do I get a bus ticket from Dundalk to Carlow?

Book your Dundalk to Carlow bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Carlow?

There are 89+ hotels available in Carlow. Prices start at $45.87 per night.
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