Bus from Dublin to Carlow: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Dublin to Carlow on 6 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ExpresswayBus
    Dublin Busaras
    Carlow (Coach Park)Cheapest
    ExpresswayBus
      Dublin City (Heuston Station)
      Carlow (Coach Park)Fastest
      ExpresswayBus
        Dublin Airport T2
        Carlow (Coach Park)No tags
        ExpresswayBus
          Dublin Airport T2
          Carlow (Coach Park)No tags
          ExpresswayBus
            Dublin Airport T2
            Carlow (Coach Park)No tags

            Last refresh of the prices: Today at 19:23 GMT.

            Get from Dublin to Carlow

            This route is served by bus only

            The journey takes about 1 hour 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just £18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            59bus per day
            1h 35mAverage duration
            45 milesDistance
            2kgCO₂ emissions

            Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Dublin to Carlow

            Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

            1. How much is the bus ticket from Dublin to Carlow?

              The cheapest coach tickets from Dublin to Carlow start from £18. The average price for this route is around £20. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

            2. How long is the bus journey from Dublin to Carlow?

              The average bus journey time from Dublin to Carlow is 1h 35m, covering a distance of 45 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h and is operated by Expressway.

            3. Which bus companies service the Dublin to Carlow route?

              Several major bus companies operate on this route with 59 buses available per day, including services from Expressway, JJ Kavanagh & Sons.

            4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Dublin to Carlow?

              The earliest bus departs from Dublin to Carlow at 06:37. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

            5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dublin to Carlow?

              A bus journey from Dublin to Carlow produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

            6. Which is the best bus company from Dublin to Carlow?

              According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is JJ Kavanagh & Sons, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 52 reviews.

            7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Dublin to Carlow?

              Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company JJ Kavanagh & Sons has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

            8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Dublin to Carlow?

              According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is JJ Kavanagh & Sons, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

            9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Dublin to Carlow?

              According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is JJ Kavanagh & Sons, with a cleanliness rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

            Find cheapest prices for buses

            Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

            Best price found
            03/01
            £17
            04/01
            £17
            Today
            £17
            06/01
            £17
            07/01
            £10
            08/01
            £10
            09/01
            £10
            10/01
            £10
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Dublin to Carlow was searched and found on 7 Jan 2026 with a price of £10

            To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Dublin to Carlow as early as possible.

            You can expect to pay from £10 to £61 for a bus ticket from Dublin to Carlow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £10, which is on 2026-01-07.

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