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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Arklow is to train which costs €23 - €35 and takes 4h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Arklow is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Arklow?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast station to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Station and arriving at Tourist Office via Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Belfast and Arklow?

No, there is no direct train from Belfast to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Belfast Great Central and arriving at Arklow via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Belfast to Arklow?

The distance between Belfast and Arklow is 249 km. The road distance is 234.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Arklow without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 9m and costs €30 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Belfast to Arklow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Arklow bus from?

Belfast to Arklow bus services, operated by Dublin Express, depart from Grand Central Station.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Arklow train from?

Belfast to Arklow train services, operated by Translink, depart from Belfast Great Central station.

Train or bus from Belfast to Arklow?

The best way to get from Belfast to Arklow is to bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which takes 4h 33m and costs €35 - €160. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €23 - €35 and takes 4h 56m.

Where does the Belfast to Arklow bus arrive?

Belfast to Arklow bus services, operated by Dublin Express, arrive at Terminal 1 Zone 1 station.

Where does the Belfast to Arklow train arrive?

Belfast to Arklow train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Belfast to Arklow?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Arklow is 235 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Belfast to Arklow.

Where can I stay near Arklow?

There are 122+ hotels available in Arklow.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Belfast to Arklow by train, bus, 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain Belfast Great Central - Dublin Connolly
2. Take the bus from Merrion Sq North to Arklow Methodist Chbus 2
4h 9m
€31–47
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain Belfast Great Central - Dublin Connolly
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Arklowtrain Ic / ...
4h 56m
€24–34
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station to Terminal 1 Zone 1bus 785
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 13 to Tourist Officebus 2
4h 33m
€36–159
Drive 234.6 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Arklowcar 234.6 km
2h 32m
€42–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 11 to Dublin Busaras Bus Stationbus X1
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Tourist Officebus 2
4h 58m

Belfast to Arklow by train and bus

147Weekly Services

4h 9mAverage Duration

€31Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Belfast to Arklow.

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Distance: 249.4 km
Duration: 4h 9m

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

You can take a bus from Grand Central Station to Tourist Office via Terminal 1 Zone 1 and Airport Zone 13 in around 4h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Belfast Great Central to Arklow via Dublin Connolly in around 4h 56m.

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