The average train between Portlaoise and Arklow takes 3h 27m and the fastest train takes 3h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Portlaoise 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 Portlaoise and Arklow. The earliest departure is at 6:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Portlaoise is at 6:29 PM which arrives into Arklow at 9:47 PM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 3h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Portlaoise 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 Portlaoise to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise station and arriving at Arklow station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.
Portlaoise to Arklow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Portlaoise station.
Portlaoise to Arklow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Arklow station.
The distance between Portlaoise and Arklow is 81.2 km. The road distance is 165 km.
You can take a train from Portlaoise to Arklow via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey Street, and Tara Street in around 4h 11m.