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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Carlow to Bunratty

Composite routes from Carlow to Bunratty

Cheapest
1 h 44 min
Car
168 km.
from $9
Other
4 h 6 min
128 km.
from $48.61
4 h 20 min
128 km.
from $35.09
5 h 8 min
128 km.
from $59.26

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 Limerick
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.83–$25.48

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Carlow Barrack St to Waterford
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.29–$22.93
Bus from Waterford Bus Station to Limerick
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$17.83–$26.75

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Waterford Bus Station to Limerick
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.29–$22.93

Dublin Coach

Phone:
+353 (0)1 465 9972
Email:
info@dublincoach.ie
Website:
dublincoach.ie/
Bus from Red Cow Luas to Bunratty
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$19.11–$28.02

J.J.Kavanagh & Sons

Phone:
+353 818 333 222
Email:
info@jjkavanagh.ie
Website:
jjkavanagh.ie/
Bus from Hanover Bus Park to Red
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$15.29–$21.65

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Bunratty is to train which costs $28.26 - $40.22 and takes 4h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Bunratty is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs $31.52 - $47.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Bunratty?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow to Bunratty. However, there are services departing from Hanover Bus Park and arriving at Bunratty via Red Cow Luas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Carlow to Bunratty?

The distance between Carlow and Bunratty is 214 km. The road distance is 168.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Bunratty without a car is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs $28.26 - $40.22 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Carlow to Bunratty, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Bunratty bus from?

Carlow to Bunratty bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Hanover Bus Park station.

Train or bus from Carlow to Bunratty?

The best way to get from Carlow to Bunratty is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs $28.26 - $40.22 . Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin, which costs $29.35 - $42.39 and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the Carlow to Bunratty bus arrive?

Carlow to Bunratty bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Red Cow Luas station.

Can I drive from Carlow to Bunratty?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Bunratty is 169 km. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Carlow to Bunratty.

Where can I stay near Bunratty?

There are 125+ hotels available in Bunratty. Prices start at $67.60 per night.
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