The average train between Athy and Arklow takes 4h 46m and the fastest train takes 2h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Athy 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 Athy and Arklow. The earliest departure is at 8:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Athy is at 9:55 PM which arrives into Arklow at 12:04 PM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 4h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Athy 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 Athy to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Athy station and arriving at Arklow station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.
Athy to Arklow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Athy station.
Athy to Arklow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Arklow station.
The distance between Athy and Arklow is 59.7 km. The road distance is 155 km.
You can take a train from Athy to Arklow via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey Street, and Tara Street in around 3h 50m.