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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Galway to Carlow

Composite routes from Galway to Carlow

Cheapest
2 h 22 min
Car
176 km.
from $9

Transport providers

Train operators
Found: 1
Irish Rail
Website
Irish Rail
Website
1h 51m
5 times a day
$15.22–$21.74
+353 1 836 6222
+353 1 836 6222
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Bus operators
Found: 1
J.J.Kavanagh & Sons
Website
J.J.Kavanagh & Sons
Website
4h 20m
Twice a week
$17.39–$25.00
+353 818 333 222
+353 818 333 222
[email protected]
Call Contact via email

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Carlow is to bus which costs $17.39 - $25 and takes 4h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galway to Carlow is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs $38.04 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Galway 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 and Carlow?

No, there is no direct train from Galway 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 to Carlow?

The distance between Galway and Carlow is 200 km. The road distance is 199.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Galway 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 to Carlow?

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

Where do I catch the Galway to Carlow bus from?

Galway to Carlow bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Galway Cathedral station.

Where do I catch the Galway to Carlow train from?

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

Train or bus from Galway to Carlow?

The best way to get from Galway to Carlow is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs $20.65 - $30.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $17.39 - $25 and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the Galway to Carlow bus arrive?

Galway to Carlow bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Hanover Bus Park station.

What is the time difference between Galway and Carlow?

It is currently 08:27 at both, Galway and Carlow.

Where does the Galway to Carlow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galway to Carlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Carlow is 200 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Galway 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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