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

The cheapest way to get from Arklow to Kildare is to drive which costs €13 - €20 and takes 1h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arklow to Kildare is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs €13 - €20.

Is there a direct bus between Arklow and Kildare?

No, there is no direct bus from Arklow to Kildare. However, there are services departing from Arklow and arriving at Kildare Village via Burgh Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Arklow and Kildare?

No, there is no direct train from Arklow to Kildare. However, there are services departing from Arklow and arriving at Kildare via Abbey Street and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Arklow to Kildare?

The distance between Arklow and Kildare is 125 km. The road distance is 81.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Arklow to Kildare without a car is to bus which takes 2h 33m and costs €23 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Arklow to Kildare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arklow to Kildare bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Arklow to Kildare train from?

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

Train or bus from Arklow to Kildare?

The best way to get from Arklow to Kildare is to bus which takes 2h 33m and costs €23 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €14 - €21 and takes 3h 4m.

Where does the Arklow to Kildare bus arrive?

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

Where does the Arklow to Kildare train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Arklow to Kildare?

Yes, the driving distance between Arklow to Kildare is 81 km. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Arklow to Kildare.

Where can I stay near Kildare?

There are 133+ hotels available in Kildare.

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

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

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Arklow to Custom House Quay2
2. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Kildare Village300
2h 33m
€23–33
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Arklow to Tara StreetIc / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to KildareIc / ...
3h 4m
€14–21
Drive 81.5 km
1. Drive from Arklow to Kildare81.5 km
1h 17m
€14–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Arklow to Kildare81.5 km
1h 17m
€110–140
Bus via Kildare
1. Take the bus from Arklow to Custom House Quay2
2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Kildare126 / ...
4h 9m
€17–23

Arklow to Kildare by bus

102Weekly Buses

2h 33mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 125.5 km
Duration: 2h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Arklow to Kildare Village via Custom House Quay and Burgh Quay in around 2h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Arklow to Kildare via Tara Street, Abbey Street, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 3h 4m.

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