The average train between Howth and Arklow takes 2h 37m and the fastest train takes 2h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Howth 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 Howth and Arklow. The earliest departure is at 9:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Howth is at 11:55 PM which arrives into Arklow at 9:37 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Howth to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Howth station and arriving at Arklow station via Arklow. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.
Howth to Arklow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Dublin Connolly station.
Howth to Arklow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Arklow station.
The distance between Howth and Arklow is 65.6 km. The road distance is 94 km.
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Connolly to Arklow 5 times a day. Tickets cost €8–12 and the journey takes 1h 43m.