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 43m.

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 - €28.

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 43m.

How far is it from Drogheda to Arklow?

The distance between Drogheda and Arklow is 126 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 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 43m.

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 114+ 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 bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Drogheda Bus Station to Merrion Square West100X
2. Take the bus from Merrion Square North to Tourist Office2
3h 13m
€27–38
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Drogheda to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to ArklowIc / ...
3h 43m
€18–25
Drive 115.7 km
1. Drive from Drogheda to Arklow115.7 km
1h 27m
€20–28
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Drogheda to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Arklow Methodist Ch2
3h 14m
€24–33
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from George's Street to Cathal Brugha Street901
2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Arklow Methodist Ch740A
3h 31m
€24–31
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from St Marys Hospital to Dublin Busáras101
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Tourist Office2
4h 8m
€21–30

Drogheda to Arklow by bus

102Weekly Buses

3h 13mAverage Duration

€27Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Drogheda to Arklow.

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Distance: 126 km
Duration: 3h 13m

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

You can take a bus from Drogheda Bus Station to Tourist Office via Merrion Square West and Merrion Square North in around 3h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Drogheda to Arklow via Dublin Connolly in around 3h 43m.

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