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

The cheapest way to get from Arklow to Birr is to bus which costs €15 - €22 and takes 5h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arklow to Birr is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs €24 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Arklow and Birr?

No, there is no direct bus from Arklow to Birr. However, there are services departing from Arklow and arriving at Birr via Wellington Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Arklow and Birr?

No, there is no direct train from Arklow to Birr. However, there are services departing from Arklow and arriving at Tullamore via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Arklow to Birr?

The distance between Arklow and Birr is 202 km. The road distance is 143.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Arklow to Birr without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 39m and costs €29 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Arklow to Birr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arklow to Birr bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Arklow to Birr train from?

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

Train or bus from Arklow to Birr?

The best way to get from Arklow to Birr is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs €23 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin, which costs €23 - €35 and takes 4h 42m.

Where does the Arklow to Birr bus arrive?

Arklow to Birr bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Custom Hse Quay station.

Where does the Arklow to Birr train arrive?

Arklow to Birr train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Tara Street station.

Can I drive from Arklow to Birr?

Yes, the driving distance between Arklow to Birr is 144 km. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Arklow to Birr.

Where can I stay near Birr?

There are 53+ hotels available in Birr.

Arklow to Birr - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Arklow to Custom Hse Quaybus 2
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Tullamoretrain Ic / ...
4h 39m
€29–44
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arklow Train Station to Carlow Bus Stnbus 800
2. Take the bus from St Peter and P's Ch to Birrbus 823
5h 43m
€15–21
Train
1. Take the train from Arklow to Tara Streettrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Tullamoretrain Ic / ...
5h 1m
€23–36
Drive 143.7 km
1. Drive from Arklow to Birrcar 143.7 km
2h 15m
€25–36
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Arklow to Custom Hse Quaybus 2
2. Take the bus from Wellington Quay to Birrbus 847 / ...
4h 42m
€23–33

Arklow to Birr by bus, foot, tram, and train

66Weekly Services

4h 39mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 201.5 km
Duration: 4h 39m

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

You can take a train from Arklow to Birr via Tara Street, Tara Street, Heuston Station, Dublin Heuston, Tullamore, and Spollanstown in around 5h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Arklow to Birr via Custom Hse Quay and Wellington Quay in around 4h 42m.

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