The average train between Kildare and Arklow takes 3h 3m and the fastest train takes 2h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Kildare 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 5 times a day between Kildare and Arklow. The earliest departure is at 6:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kildare is at 6:53 PM which arrives into Arklow at 9:47 PM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 3h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Kildare 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 Kildare to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Kildare station and arriving at Arklow station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.
Kildare to Arklow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Kildare station.
Kildare to Arklow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Arklow station.
The distance between Kildare and Arklow is 64.5 km. The road distance is 132 km.
You can take a train from Kildare to Arklow via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey Street, and Tara Street in around 3h 30m.