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

The cheapest way to get from Athy to Arklow is to drive which costs €11 - €17 and takes 1h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athy to Arklow is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs €11 - €17.

Is there a direct bus between Athy and Arklow?

No, there is no direct bus from Athy to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Athy and arriving at Arklow Euro Shop via Dublin Custom House Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Athy and Arklow?

No, there is no direct train from Athy to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Athy and arriving at Arklow via Heuston and Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Athy to Arklow?

The distance between Athy and Arklow is 89 km. The road distance is 69.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Athy to Arklow without a car is to bus which takes 2h 51m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Athy to Arklow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athy to Arklow bus from?

Athy to Arklow bus services, operated by Go-Ahead Ireland, depart from Athy station.

Where do I catch the Athy to Arklow train from?

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

Train or bus from Athy to Arklow?

The best way to get from Athy to Arklow is to bus which takes 2h 51m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €16 - €23 and takes 3h 50m.

Where does the Athy to Arklow bus arrive?

Athy to Arklow bus services, operated by Go-Ahead Ireland, arrive at Sean O'Casey Bridge station.

Where does the Athy to Arklow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athy to Arklow?

Yes, the driving distance between Athy to Arklow is 69 km. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Athy to Arklow.

Where can I stay near Arklow?

There are 117+ hotels available in Arklow.

Athy to Arklow - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Athy to Arklow 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 Carlow Station to Arklow800
2h 51m
Drive 69.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Athy to Arklow69.3 km
1h 8m
€12–17
Train
1. Take the train from Athy to Dublin HeustonRe
2. Take the train from Tara Street to ArklowIc
3h 50m
€16–23
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Athy to Arklow69.3 km
1h 8m
€95–120
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Athy to Dublin HeustonRe
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Arklow Methodist Ch2
3h 14m
€16–25
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Athy to Sean O'Casey Bridge130A
2. Take the bus from Dublin Custom House Quay to Arklow Euro Shop2
3h 59m
€16–22

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 88.5 km
Duration: 2h 51m

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

TFI Local Link Carlow Kilkenny Wicklow operates a bus from Carlow Station to Arklow 3 times a day, and the journey takes 1h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Athy to Arklow via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey Street, and Tara Street in around 3h 50m.

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