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

The cheapest way to get from Drogheda to Arklow is to train which costs €17 - €26 and takes 3h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Drogheda to Arklow is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs €19 - €29.

Is there a direct bus between Drogheda and Arklow?

No, there is no direct bus from Drogheda to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Drogheda Bus and arriving at Tourist Office via Merrion Sq North. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Drogheda and Arklow?

No, there is no direct train from Drogheda to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Drogheda and arriving at Arklow via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Drogheda to Arklow?

The distance between Drogheda and Arklow is 125 km. The road distance is 116.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Drogheda to Arklow without a car is to bus which takes 3h 13m and costs €27 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Drogheda to Arklow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Drogheda to Arklow bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Drogheda to Arklow train from?

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

Train or bus from Drogheda to Arklow?

The best way to get from Drogheda to Arklow is to bus which takes 3h 13m and costs €27 - €40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €17 - €26 and takes 3h 19m.

Where does the Drogheda to Arklow bus arrive?

Drogheda to Arklow bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Merrion Sq West station.

Where does the Drogheda to Arklow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Drogheda to Arklow?

Yes, the driving distance between Drogheda to Arklow is 116 km. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Drogheda to Arklow.

Where can I stay near Arklow?

There are 126+ hotels available in Arklow.

Drogheda to Arklow - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Drogheda to Arklow by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Drogheda Bus to Merrion Sq Westbus 100X
2. Take the bus from Merrion Sq North to Tourist Officebus 2
3h 13m
€27–38
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Drogheda to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Arklowtrain Ic / ...
3h 19m
€18–26
Drive 116.3 km
1. Drive from Drogheda to Arklowcar 116.3 km
1h 26m
€20–29
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from George's Street to Cathal Brugha Stbus 901
2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Arklow Methodist Chbus 740A
3h 31m
€24–31

Drogheda to Arklow by bus

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3h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 124.6 km
Duration: 3h 13m

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

You can take a bus from Drogheda Bus to Tourist Office via Merrion Sq West and Merrion Sq North in around 3h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Drogheda to Arklow via Dublin Connolly in around 3h 19m.

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