What is the cheapest way to get from Arklow to Balbriggan?

The cheapest way to get from Arklow to Balbriggan is to train which costs €12 - €18 and takes 2h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arklow to Balbriggan?

The fastest way to get from Arklow to Balbriggan is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs €17 - €25.

Is there a direct bus between Arklow and Balbriggan?

No, there is no direct bus from Arklow to Balbriggan. However, there are services departing from Arklow Euro Shop and arriving at Balbriggan via Dublin Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Arklow and Balbriggan?

No, there is no direct train from Arklow to Balbriggan. However, there are services departing from Arklow and arriving at Balbriggan via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Arklow to Balbriggan?

The distance between Arklow and Balbriggan is 104 km. The road distance is 100.5 km.

How do I travel from Arklow to Balbriggan without a car?

The best way to get from Arklow to Balbriggan without a car is to bus and line 101 bus which takes 2h 30m and costs €20 - €29.

How long does it take to get from Arklow to Balbriggan?

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Arklow to Balbriggan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arklow to Balbriggan bus from?

Arklow to Balbriggan bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Arklow Euro Shop station.

Where do I catch the Arklow to Balbriggan train from?

Arklow to Balbriggan train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Arklow station.

Train or bus from Arklow to Balbriggan?

The best way to get from Arklow to Balbriggan is to bus and line 101 bus which takes 2h 30m and costs €20 - €29. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €12 - €18 and takes 2h 48m.

Where does the Arklow to Balbriggan bus arrive?

Arklow to Balbriggan bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Dublin Airport station.

Where does the Arklow to Balbriggan train arrive?

Arklow to Balbriggan train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Arklow to Balbriggan?

Yes, the driving distance between Arklow to Balbriggan is 101 km. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Arklow to Balbriggan.

Where can I stay near Balbriggan?

There are 141+ hotels available in Balbriggan.

Arklow to Balbriggan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 101 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Arklow to Balbriggan by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, line 101 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Arklow Euro Shop to Dublin Airport2
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Balbriggan101
2h 30m
€20–29
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Arklow to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to BalbrigganIc / ...
2h 48m
€12–17
Drive 100.5 km
1. Drive from Arklow to Balbriggan100.5 km
1h 15m
€17–25
Bus, line 101 bus via Arklow Methodist Ch
1. Take the bus from Arklow Methodist Ch to Dublin Airport Zone 14740A
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Balbriggan101
2h 44m
€21–30
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Arklow Euro Shop to Dublin Clare St2
2. Take the train from Dublin Pearse to BalbrigganRe / ...
2h 54m
€13–25

Arklow to Balbriggan by train

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2h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 104.4 km
Duration: 2h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Arklow Euro Shop to Balbriggan via Dublin Airport and Dublin Airport Zone 13 in around 2h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Arklow to Balbriggan via Dublin Connolly in around 2h 48m.

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