How to get from Antrim to Carlow
The fastest way to travel from Antrim to Carlow takes approximately 293 minutes with 5 transfers. You can use bus and train. We found 3 route options for you.
Fastest Route
293 min
262.2 km
5 transfers
218
6A
Bangor - Belfast Great Central
X2
782
rail
Departs from:
Mount Oriel Court
Walking:
25 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Mount Oriel Court
2
Take
218
Bus
Direction: Buscentre - Coleraine - Laganside Buscentre - Belfast
From Mount Oriel Court
to Laganside Bus Station
(5 stops, 35 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Queens Square
4
Take
6A
Bus
Direction: City Centre - Forestside
From Queens Square
to Lanyon Place (bus stop)
(1 stops, 3 min)
5
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Lanyon Place
6
Take
Bangor - Belfast Great Central
Train
Direction: Belfast Great Central
From Lanyon Place
to Belfast Great Central
(4 stops, 9 min)
7
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Grand Central Station Stand 11
8
Take
X2
Bus
Direction: Belfast Grand Central Station - Dublin Airport
From Grand Central Station Stand 11
to Dublin Airport T2
9
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19
10
Take
782
Bus
Direction: Dublin City
From Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19
to Heuston Station
(5 stops, 34 min)
11
Walk 9 min (0.5 km)
to Dublin Heuston
12
Take
rail
Train
Direction: Waterford (Plunkett)
From Dublin Heuston
to Carlow
(2 stops, 55 min)
13
Walk 5 min (0.3 km)
✓
Arrive at Carlow
Public transport stations close to Antrim
Antrim is located in Antrim and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Train stations close to Antrim:
- Antrim
Bus stations close to Antrim:
- Antrim Depot
- Mount Oriel Court
- Technical College
- Oriel Road
Public transport stations close to Carlow
Carlow is located in Antrim and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Train stations close to Carlow:
- Carlow
Bus stations close to Carlow:
- Carlow Station
- Carlow College
- Fire Station
- Green Lane
Alternative Route
353 min
306.6 km
4 transfers
218
Larne Harbour - Belfast Great Central
rail
Red
rail
Departs from:
Mount Oriel Court
Walking:
27 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Mount Oriel Court
2
Take
218
Bus
Direction: Buscentre - Coleraine - Laganside Buscentre - Belfast
From Mount Oriel Court
to Nelson Street Bus Lane
(2 stops, 31 min)
3
Walk 5 min (0.3 km)
to Yorkgate
4
Take
Larne Harbour - Belfast Great Central
Train
Direction: Belfast Great Central
From Yorkgate
to Belfast Great Central
(7 stops, 14 min)
5
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Belfast
6
Take
rail
Train
Direction: Dublin Connolly
From Belfast
to Dublin Connolly
(4 stops, 130 min)
7
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Connolly
8
Take
Red
Tram
Direction: Tallaght
From Connolly
to Heuston
(6 stops, 14 min)
9
Walk 10 min (0.6 km)
to Dublin Heuston
10
Take
rail
Train
Direction: Waterford (Plunkett)
From Dublin Heuston
to Carlow
(2 stops, 55 min)
11
Walk 5 min (0.3 km)
✓
Arrive at Carlow
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Antrim to Carlow.
How do I travel from Antrim to Carlow in Antrim?
The quickest journey from Antrim to Carlow takes approximately 293 minutes via the 218 bus service.
Are there other ways to reach Carlow from Antrim?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 353 minutes using the 218 bus line.
Can I get directly from Antrim to Carlow without changing?
This route requires 5 transfers. The complete journey takes about 293 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Antrim and Carlow?
The 218 line provides bus service between Mount Oriel Court and Carlow in Antrim.
What is the journey time from Antrim to Carlow by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Antrim to Carlow in Antrim takes approximately 293 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Antrim to Carlow?
Board the 218 bus at Mount Oriel Court station, located near Antrim in Antrim.
Which station is closest to Carlow?
The nearest stop to Carlow is Carlow station. Exit here to reach your destination in Antrim.
Travel Tips
- Allow extra time for connections, especially during peak hours
- Check real-time departure information at the station
- Consider downloading the transit app for live updates
- For routes with transfers, follow signs at stations for connecting services
Disclaimer: Travel times shown are estimates based on scheduled departure at 8:00 AM and do not account for real-time traffic conditions or service delays. Actual travel times may vary.