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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Castlebar is to train which costs €21 - €35 and takes 4h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Castlebar is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Castlebar?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow to Castlebar. However, there are services departing from Carlow Bus Stn and arriving at Castlebar via Crampton Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Carlow and Castlebar?

No, there is no direct train from Carlow to Castlebar. However, there are services departing from Carlow and arriving at Castlebar via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from Carlow to Castlebar?

The distance between Carlow and Castlebar is 238 km. The road distance is 220.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Castlebar without a car is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs €21 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 4m to get from Carlow to Castlebar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Castlebar bus from?

Carlow to Castlebar bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Carlow Bus Stn station.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Castlebar train from?

Carlow to Castlebar train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Carlow station.

Train or bus from Carlow to Castlebar?

The best way to get from Carlow to Castlebar is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs €21 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €40 and takes 6h 4m.

Where does the Carlow to Castlebar bus arrive?

Carlow to Castlebar bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Eden Quay station.

Where does the Carlow to Castlebar train arrive?

Carlow to Castlebar train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Kildare station.

Can I drive from Carlow to Castlebar?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Castlebar is 220 km. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Carlow to Castlebar.

Where can I stay near Castlebar?

There are 216+ hotels available in Castlebar.

Carlow to Castlebar - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Carlow to Castlebar by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Carlow to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Castlebartrain Ic / ...
4h 4m
€22–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Eden Quaybus 736
2. Take the bus from Crampton Quay to Castlebarbus 721
6h 4m
€28–40
Drive 220.3 km
1. Drive from Carlow to Castlebarcar 220.3 km
3h 7m
€39–57
Bus via Athlone
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Athlone Stnbus 73
2. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Castlebarbus 440
6h 28m
€48–68

Carlow to Castlebar by train

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Distance: 238.2 km
Duration: 4h 4m

What companies run services between Carlow, Ireland and Castlebar, Ireland?

You can take a train from Carlow to Castlebar via Kildare in around 4h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Castlebar via Eden Quay and Crampton Quay in around 6h 4m.

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