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

The cheapest way to get from Birr to Arklow is to bus via Dublin which costs €23 - €35 and takes 4h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birr to Arklow is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Birr and Arklow?

No, there is no direct bus from Birr to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Birr and arriving at Tourist Office via Merrion Square North. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Birr to Arklow?

The distance between Birr and Arklow is 201 km. The road distance is 142.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Birr to Arklow without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 25m and costs €29 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Birr to Arklow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birr to Arklow bus from?

Birr to Arklow bus services, operated by Kearns Transport, depart from Birr station.

Train or bus from Birr to Arklow?

The best way to get from Birr to Arklow is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs €23 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin, which costs €23 - €35 and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Birr to Arklow bus arrive?

Birr to Arklow bus services, operated by Kearns Transport, arrive at Nassau Street station.

Can I drive from Birr to Arklow?

Yes, the driving distance between Birr to Arklow is 143 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Birr to Arklow.

Where can I stay near Arklow?

There are 114+ hotels available in Arklow.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Birr 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 Tullamore to Dublin HeustonIc / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Arklow Methodist Ch2
4h 25m
€30–43
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tullamore to Dublin HeustonIc / ...
2. Take the train from Tara Street to ArklowIc
5h 1m
€24–34
Drive 142.9 km
1. Drive from Birr to Arklow142.9 km
2h 16m
€24–35
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Birr to Nassau Street845
2. Take the bus from Merrion Square North to Tourist Office2
4h 34m
€24–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birr to Kilminchy823
2. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Arklow Train Station800
5h 52m

Birr to Arklow by bus, train, and tram

70Weekly Services

4h 25mAverage Duration

€30Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 200.7 km
Duration: 4h 25m

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

You can take a bus from Birr to Arklow via Spollanstown, Tullamore, Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey Street, and Tara Street in around 5h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Birr to Tourist Office via Nassau Street and Merrion Square North in around 4h 34m.

Train operators