The average train between Athlone and Arklow takes 4h 38m and the fastest train takes 3h 31m. The train service runs several times per day from Athlone to Arklow. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Athlone and Arklow. The earliest departure is at 7:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Athlone is at 10:05 PM which arrives into Arklow at 12:04 PM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 4h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Athlone to Arklow? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Athlone to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Athlone station and arriving at Arklow station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.
Athlone to Arklow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Athlone station.
Athlone to Arklow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Arklow station.
The distance between Athlone and Arklow is 137.8 km. The road distance is 212 km.
You can take a train from Athlone to Arklow via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey Street, and Tara Street in around 4h 36m.