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Trip Overview

The average train between Galway and Arklow takes 5h 53m and the fastest train takes 4h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Galway 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.

5h 53m
Duration
291 km
Distance
€34
Average price
4 times a day
Frequency

Galway to Arklow train times

Trains run 4 times a day between Galway and Arklow. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Galway is at 8:50 PM which arrives into Arklow at 9:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 5h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)5h 6m • 2 changes
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)5h 12m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)4h 53m • 2 changes
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)5h 2m • 2 changes
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)5h 6m • 2 changes
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)5h 12m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)6h 5m • 2 changes
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)5h 18m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)15h 14m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)7h 25m • 2 changes
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)5h 26m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)4h 53m • 2 changes
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)5h 2m • 2 changes
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)5h 6m • 2 changes
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)5h 12m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)4h 53m • 2 changes
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)5h 2m • 2 changes
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)5h 6m • 2 changes
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)5h 12m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)4h 53m • 2 changes
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)5h 2m • 2 changes
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)5h 6m • 2 changes
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)5h 12m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Galway to Arklow.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 290.8 km
  • Duration: 5h 53m

What companies run services between Galway, Ireland and Arklow, IE-WW, Ireland?

You can take a train from Galway to Arklow via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey St., and Tara Street in around 5h 36m.

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