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Cork
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Cork
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Dublin
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How to get from Cork to Carlow?

Planning to travel to Cork from Carlow and looking for the best transportation options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way of transportation for a trip from Cork to Carlow, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between Cork and Carlow, be it by plane, train, bus or carpool.

With detailed information about each mode of transportation and about the transport companies (Bus Eireann, GoBus, AirCoach or Iarnród Éireann), you will be able to easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you're a budget traveler or looking for a quick and convenient way to get from Cork to Carlow, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Cork Carlow trip.

For your trip from Cork to Carlow, you have several transportation options

Bus tickets from Cork to Carlow

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Cork to Carlow, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Cork to Carlow train tickets

If you like to travel more ecologically and economically, the Cork Carlow train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Whichever way you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the Cork to Carlow transportation option that best suits your needs and budget.

Cork Carlow Travel Information

Departure city
Cork
Ireland
Destination city
Carlow
Ireland
Distance
93 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by bus
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Plan your trip from Cork to Carlow easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Cork to Carlow easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available transportation options like flights, trains, buses and carpools according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find in a few clicks the tickets between Cork and Carlow that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like Bus Eireann, GoBus, AirCoach or Iarnród Éireann to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Cork and Carlow with peace of mind!

Comparison of the different ways to travel between Cork and Carlow

Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by train from Cork to Carlow?
Speed Cork to Carlow trains are often much faster than buses or cars.
Flexibility Cork Carlow train schedules can be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains when needed.
Advantages and disadvantages of a bus trip from Cork to Carlow?
Price The price of bus tickets from Cork to Carlow are often much cheaper than train or plane tickets to Carlow (and sometimes cheaper than carpooling as well), making it an affordable option for budget-conscious travelers.
Travel time Buses from Cork to Carlow are mostly much slower than trains to Carlow to cover the 93 mi distance of the trip.

Where to start from in Cork? Where do I arrive in Carlow?

Cork Departure Bus Stations

Cork (Bus Station - Parnell Place)
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St. Patricks Quay
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Departure stations in Cork

Cork Kent
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Carlow arrival bus stations

Carlow (Barrack St)
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Carlow IT (Opp Main Entrance)
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Carlow IT (Main Entrance)
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Bus Cork Carlow

Buses between Cork and Carlow usually offer on-board toilets for passengers, but it is always advisable to check with the carrier before the trip. In any case, breaks at freeway service stations are provided.

The duration of the bus trip between Cork and Carlow usually varies depending on the traffic conditions and possible stops along the way. Vivanoda will allow you to see in real time all the buses traveling to Carlow for your travel date.

Most buses between Cork and Carlow are new and offer on-board power outlets for charging devices, but this may vary depending on the carrier.

Bus companies Cork Carlow

Bus Eireann
Bus Eireann
GoBus
GoBus
AirCoach
AirCoach
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Trains Cork Carlow

It is recommended to book your train ticket from Cork to Carlow at least a few weeks in advance to get the best price.

The average train journey time from Cork to Carlow depends on the type of train you take. Regional or intercity trains to Carlow are slower than high-speed trains. Compare the duration of all trips by running a price search on Vivanoda.

Train tickets from Cork to Carlow can be refunded or exchanged but are usually more expensive. The cheapest tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

Train companies between Cork and Carlow

Iarnród Éireann
Iarnród Éireann
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