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

The cheapest way to get from Dublin to Arklow is to train which costs €7 - €11 and takes 1h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dublin to Arklow is to drive which takes 48 min and costs €11 - €17.

Is there a direct bus between Dublin and Arklow?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Merrion Square North and arriving at Arklow Methodist Ch. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Dublin and Arklow?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dublin Pearse and arriving at Arklow. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Dublin to Arklow?

The distance between Dublin and Arklow is 68 km. The road distance is 67.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Dublin to Arklow without a car is to bus which takes 1h 11m and costs €14 - €22.

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

The bus from Merrion Square North to Arklow Methodist Ch takes 1h 11m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Dublin to Arklow bus from?

Dublin to Arklow bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Merrion Square North station.

Where do I catch the Dublin to Arklow train from?

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

Train or bus from Dublin to Arklow?

The best way to get from Dublin to Arklow is to bus which takes 1h 11m and costs €14 - €22. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €7 - €11 and takes 1h 38m.

Where does the Dublin to Arklow bus arrive?

Dublin to Arklow bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Arklow Methodist Ch station.

Where does the Dublin to Arklow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dublin to Arklow?

Yes, the driving distance between Dublin to Arklow is 68 km. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Dublin to Arklow.

Where can I stay near Arklow?

There are 114+ hotels available in Arklow.

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

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

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Dublin to Arklow by bus

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1h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 68.4 km
Duration: 1h 11m

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

Expressway (Bus Éireann) operates a bus from Merrion Square North to Arklow Methodist Ch hourly. Tickets cost €14–20 and the journey takes 1h 11m. Wexford Bus also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Pearse to Arklow 5 times a day. Tickets cost €7–11 and the journey takes 1h 38m.

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