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

The cheapest way to get from Arklow to Portlaoise is to drive which costs €16 - €24 and takes 1h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arklow to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs €16 - €24.

Is there a direct bus between Arklow and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Arklow station to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Arklow Train Station and arriving at Market Square via Carlow Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Arklow and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct train from Arklow to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Arklow and arriving at Portlaoise via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Arklow to Portlaoise?

The distance between Arklow and Portlaoise is 155 km. The road distance is 93.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Arklow to Portlaoise without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 57m and costs €23 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Arklow to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arklow to Portlaoise bus from?

Arklow to Portlaoise bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Carlow Kilkenny Wicklow, depart from Arklow Train Station.

Where do I catch the Arklow to Portlaoise train from?

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

Train or bus from Arklow to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Arklow to Portlaoise is to bus which takes 3h 44m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €17 - €26 and takes 3h 22m.

Where does the Arklow to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Arklow to Portlaoise bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Carlow Kilkenny Wicklow, arrive at Carlow Bus Stn station.

Where does the Arklow to Portlaoise train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Arklow to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Arklow to Portlaoise is 94 km. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Arklow to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 71+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

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

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Arklow to Portlaoise

Rome2Rio compared 5 ways to get from Arklow to Portlaoise. The best route is Bus, train, a distance of 81.19 km.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Arklow Methodist Ch to Custom Hse Quaybus 2
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
2h 57m
€23–35
Drive 93.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Arklow to Portlaoisecar 93.9 km
1h 32m
€17–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arklow Train Station to Carlow Bus Stnbus 800
2. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Market Squarebus Iw08
3h 44m
Train
1. Take the train from Arklow to Tara Streettrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
3h 22m
€17–26
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Arklow to Custom Hse Quaybus 2
2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Portlaoise JFL Avebus 735
3h 53m
€21–30

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

155Weekly Services

2h 57mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 154.5 km
Duration: 2h 57m

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

You can take a bus from Arklow Train Station to Market Square via Carlow Bus Stn in around 3h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Arklow to Portlaoise via Tara Street, Tara Street, Heuston Station, and Dublin Heuston in around 3h 22m.

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