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

Composite routes from Galway to Carlow

Cheapest
2 h 12 min
Car
199 km.
from $10

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Galway to Kildare
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.22–$21.74
Train from Kildare to Carlow
Ave. Duration:
29 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$5.98–$8.70

Bus operators

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Heuston Station to Hanover
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.87–$16.30

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Galway Coach Station to Parkgate
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.22–$25.00

J.J.Kavanagh & Sons

Phone:
+353 818 333 222
Email:
Website:
jjkavanagh.ie/
Bus from Heuston Station to Hanover
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.04–$18.48
Bus from Galway Cathedral to Hanover
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$17.39–$25.00

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Galway (Station) to Carlow?

The cheapest way to get from Galway (Station) to Carlow is to bus which costs $17.39 - $25 and takes 4h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Galway (Station) to Carlow?

The fastest way to get from Galway (Station) to Carlow is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs $38.04 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Galway (Station) and Carlow?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Galway Cathedral and arriving at Hanover Bus Park. Services depart twice a week, and operate Friday. The journey takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Galway (Station) and Carlow?

No, there is no direct train from Galway (Station) to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Galway and arriving at Carlow via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Galway (Station) to Carlow?

The distance between Galway (Station) and Carlow is 200 km. The road distance is 199.1 km.

How do I travel from Galway (Station) to Carlow without a car?

The best way to get from Galway (Station) to Carlow without a car is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs $20.65 - $30.43 .

How long does it take to get from Galway (Station) to Carlow?

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Galway (Station) to Carlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galway (Station) to Carlow bus from?

Galway (Station) to Carlow bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Galway Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Galway (Station) to Carlow train from?

Galway (Station) to Carlow train services, operated by Irish Rail, depart from Galway station.

Train or bus from Galway (Station) to Carlow?

The best way to get from Galway (Station) to Carlow is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs $20.65 - $30.43 . Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin, which costs $26.09 - $43.48 and takes 4h 16m.

Where does the Galway (Station) to Carlow bus arrive?

Galway (Station) to Carlow bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Parkgate Street station.

Where does the Galway (Station) to Carlow train arrive?

Galway (Station) to Carlow train services, operated by Irish Rail, arrive at Kildare station.

Can I drive from Galway (Station) to Carlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway (Station) to Carlow is 199 km. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Galway (Station) to Carlow.

Where can I stay near Carlow?

There are 87+ hotels available in Carlow. Prices start at $47.15 per night.
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