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29/04/2025
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Cork to Carlow by train

The journey from Cork to Carlow by train is 148.34 km and takes 3 hrs 51 mins. There are 11 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:40 and the last at 18:25. It is possible to travel from Cork to Carlow by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 3 hrs 51 mins
Connection per Day 11
First Departure 05:40
Last Departure 18:25
Distance 148.34 km
Departure Cork
Arrival Carlow
Carriers Irish Rail

Cork to Carlow Train Times

Departure date
Tuesday 29 Apr 2025

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Cork to Carlow

The cheapest Cork - Carlow train tickets can be found for as low as €5.38 if you’re lucky, or €6.64 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as €8.18.

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When travelling to Carlow by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

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Cork to Carlow CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
10.38kg
Bus
11.13kg
Flight
29.67kg
Car
23.73kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Cork to Carlow by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Cork and Carlow are 10.38kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Cork and Carlow? By taking the train between Cork and Carlow you will save 19.29kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.75kg compared to a bus and 13.35kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the distance between Cork and Carlow by train?
Cork to Carlow is 148.34 km.
How long does the train between Cork and Carlow take?
Cork to Carlow is on average 3 hrs 51 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hrs 7 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Cork to Carlow?
Cork to Carlow has 11 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Cork to Carlow leave?
The earliest train from Cork to Carlow departs at 05:40. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Cork to Carlow depart?
The latest train from Cork to Carlow departs at 18:25. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What's the fastest journey time between Cork to Carlow by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Cork and Carlow is 3 hrs 7 mins.
Is there a direct train from Cork to Carlow?
Yes, there is a direct train between Cork and Carlow.
What are the CO2 emissions for Cork to Carlow by train?
The train journey from Cork to Carlow creates 10.38kg of CO2 emissions.

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