How much is the bus ticket from Dublin to Carlow?

The cheapest bus tickets from Dublin to Carlow start from $24. The average price for this route is around $24. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Dublin to Carlow?

The average bus trip duration from Dublin to Carlow is 1h 40m, covering a distance of 46 miles (74 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h and is operated by Expressway .

Which bus companies service the Dublin to Carlow route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 61 buses available per day, including services from Expressway , JJ Kavanagh & Sons .

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

The earliest bus departs from Dublin to Carlow at 6:37am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

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

What 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 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Dublin to Carlow?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is JJ Kavanagh & Sons , with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus Dublin to Carlow from $12 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Dublin to Carlow on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:35pm	Dublin Busaras	1h 30m	3:05pm	Carlow (Coach Park)	Cheapest
Bus	8:00pm	Dublin City (Heuston Station)	1h 5m	9:05pm	Carlow (Coach Park)	Fastest
Bus	1:05pm	Dublin Airport T2	2h	3:05pm	Carlow (Coach Park)	No tags
Bus	3:05pm	Dublin Airport T2	2h	5:05pm	Carlow (Coach Park)	No tags
Bus	5:30pm	Dublin Airport T2	2h	7:30pm	Carlow (Coach Park)	No tags

Next departures for Dublin to Carlow on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30am	Dublin Busaras	1h 20m	10:50am	Carlow (Coach Park)	Cheapest
Bus	9:50am	Dublin City (Heuston Station)	1h	10:50am	Carlow (Coach Park)	Fastest
Bus	9:00am	Dublin Airport T2	1h 50m	10:50am	Carlow (Coach Park)	No tags
Bus	10:50am	Dublin Airport T2	2h 5m	12:55pm	Carlow (Coach Park)	No tags
Bus	1:05pm	Dublin Airport T2	2h	3:05pm	Carlow (Coach Park)	No tags

Next departures for Dublin to Carlow on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30am	Dublin Busaras	1h 20m	10:50am	Carlow (Coach Park)	Cheapest
Bus	9:50am	Dublin City (Heuston Station)	1h	10:50am	Carlow (Coach Park)	Fastest
Bus	9:00am	Dublin Airport T2	1h 50m	10:50am	Carlow (Coach Park)	No tags
Bus	10:50am	Dublin Airport T2	2h 5m	12:55pm	Carlow (Coach Park)	No tags
Bus	1:05pm	Dublin Airport T2	2h	3:05pm	Carlow (Coach Park)	No tags

Next departures for Dublin to Carlow on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:50am	Dublin Airport T2	2h 5m	12:55pm	Carlow (Coach Park)	Cheapest
Bus	9:50am	Dublin City (Heuston Station)	1h	10:50am	Carlow (Coach Park)	Fastest
Bus	9:00am	Dublin Airport T2	1h 50m	10:50am	Carlow (Coach Park)	No tags
Bus	10:50am	Dublin Airport T2	2h 5m	12:55pm	Carlow (Coach Park)	No tags
Bus	1:05pm	Dublin Airport T2	2h	3:05pm	Carlow (Coach Park)	No tags

Next departures for Dublin to Carlow on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:00am	Dublin Airport T2	1h 50m	10:50am	Carlow (Coach Park)	Cheapest
Bus	9:50am	Dublin City (Heuston Station)	1h	10:50am	Carlow (Coach Park)	Fastest
Bus	9:00am	Dublin Airport T2	1h 50m	10:50am	Carlow (Coach Park)	No tags
Bus	10:50am	Dublin Airport T2	2h 5m	12:55pm	Carlow (Coach Park)	No tags
Bus	1:05pm	Dublin Airport T2	2h	3:05pm	Carlow (Coach Park)	No tags

Next departures for Dublin to Carlow on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:50am	Dublin Airport T2	2h 5m	12:55pm	Carlow (Coach Park)	Cheapest
Bus	9:50am	Dublin City (Heuston Station)	1h	10:50am	Carlow (Coach Park)	Fastest
Bus	9:00am	Dublin Airport T2	1h 50m	10:50am	Carlow (Coach Park)	No tags
Bus	10:50am	Dublin Airport T2	2h 5m	12:55pm	Carlow (Coach Park)	No tags
Bus	1:05pm	Dublin Airport T2	2h	3:05pm	Carlow (Coach Park)	No tags

Next departures for Dublin to Carlow on December 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:45pm	Dublin Busaras	1h 15m	1:00am	Carlow (Coach Park)	Cheapest
Bus	9:50am	Dublin City (Heuston Station)	1h	10:50am	Carlow (Coach Park)	Fastest
Bus	9:00am	Dublin Airport T2	1h 50m	10:50am	Carlow (Coach Park)	No tags
Bus	9:00am	Dublin Airport T2	1h 50m	10:50am	Carlow (Coach Park)	No tags
Bus	10:50am	Dublin Airport T2	2h 5m	12:55pm	Carlow (Coach Park)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:42 AM GMT.

Get from Dublin to Carlow

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

61bus per day

1h 40mAverage Duration

46 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Dublin and Carlow?

Stops in Dublin

A
Dublin Airport
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B
City Centre - O’Connell Street (Opp Gresham Hotel)
Outside the Gresham Hotel on O'Connell Street, North City, Dublin 1, Co. Dublin, Ireland
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C
Custom House Quay
Dublin (Custom House), Custom House Quay, at Custom House
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D
Por
Irish Ferries Terminal, Toll Gasoline Center, Terminal Rd S, Dublin Port, Dublin, Ireland
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E
Dublin
Prince's Street North, North City, Dublin, Ireland
F
Ferryport Terminal 2
Dublin Port Ferryport (Terminal 2), Ireland

Stops in Carlow

A
Carlow (Coach Park)
3 Little Barrack Street, Carlow, Ireland
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Compare bus companies

Expressway

4/5448 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.1

Based on 448 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Expressway ticket prices on this trip start at $24

Expressway Dublin Carlow recent customer reviews

The comfort etc was fine but the first bus was 25 minutes late meaning we almost missed our second bus . Very stressful . But got there eventually . Thank.you

Niall R.

October 11, 2024

I was at the stop 5 mins before the bus was due and it never turned up. The app showed it at the airport about an hour and a half late but it detoured to the other side of the carpark and left without passengers. I got the next bus two hours after my scheduled bus which thankfully was on time.

Leon S.

October 2, 2024

Good nice

Mirsad A.

September 12, 2025

JJ Kavanagh & Sons

4/542 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness4.9

Wifi4.1

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Dublin to Carlow by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Dublin to Carlow?
The cheapest bus tickets from Dublin to Carlow start from $24. The average price for this route is around $24. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Dublin to Carlow?
The average bus trip duration from Dublin to Carlow is 1h 40m, covering a distance of 46 miles (74 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h and is operated by Expressway.
Which bus companies service the Dublin to Carlow route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 61 buses available per day, including services from Expressway, JJ Kavanagh & Sons.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Dublin to Carlow?
The earliest bus departs from Dublin to Carlow at 6:37am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dublin to Carlow?
A bus trip from Dublin to Carlow generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What 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 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Dublin to Carlow?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company JJ Kavanagh & Sons has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Dublin to Carlow?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is JJ Kavanagh & Sons, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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 4.8 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

12/02

$22

12/03

$22

Today

$22

12/05

$22

12/06

$22

12/07

$12

12/08

$12

12/09

$12

The cheapest trip from Dublin to Carlow was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $12

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 $12 to $77 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 $12 which is on 2025-12-08.