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 27m and costs €19 - €29.

Is there a direct bus between Drogheda and Arklow?

No, there is no direct bus from Drogheda station to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Drogheda Bus Station and arriving at Tourist Office via Merrion Square 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 121 km. The road distance is 115.7 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 train and bus which takes 2h 50m and costs €23 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m 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 train which takes 3h 19m and costs €17 - €26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €27 - €40 and takes 3h 13m.

Where does the Drogheda to Arklow bus arrive?

Drogheda to Arklow bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Merrion Square 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 27m to drive from Drogheda to Arklow.

Where can I stay near Arklow?

There are 117+ hotels available in Arklow.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Drogheda 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 Drogheda to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Arklow Methodist Chbus 2
2h 50m
€24–33
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Drogheda to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Arklowtrain Ic / ...
3h 19m
€18–25
Drive 115.7 km
1. Drive from Drogheda to Arklowcar 115.7 km
1h 27m
€20–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Drogheda Bus Station to Merrion Square Westbus 100X
2. Take the bus from Merrion Square North to Tourist Officebus 2
3h 13m
€27–38
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from George's Street to Cathal Brugha Streetbus 901
2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Arklow Methodist Chbus 740A
3h 31m
€24–31
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from St Marys Hospital to Dublin Busárasbus 101
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Tourist Officebus 2
4h 8m
€21–30

Drogheda to Arklow by train, foot, and bus

102Weekly Services

2h 50mAverage Duration

€24Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Drogheda to Arklow.

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Distance: 121.1 km
Duration: 2h 50m

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

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

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