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

The cheapest way to get from Howth to Arklow is to train which costs €10 - €16 and takes 3h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Howth to Arklow is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs €14 - €21.

Is there a direct bus between Howth and Arklow?

No, there is no direct bus from Howth to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Main Street Howth and arriving at Arklow Methodist Ch via George's Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Howth and Arklow?

No, there is no direct train from Howth to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Howth and arriving at Arklow via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Howth to Arklow?

The distance between Howth and Arklow is 84 km. The road distance is 83.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Howth to Arklow without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 34m and costs €16 - €24.

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Howth to Arklow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Howth to Arklow bus from?

Howth to Arklow bus services, operated by Dublin Bus, depart from Main Street Howth station.

Where do I catch the Howth to Arklow train from?

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

Train or bus from Howth to Arklow?

The best way to get from Howth to Arklow is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs €10 - €16. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €25 and takes 3h 11m.

Where does the Howth to Arklow bus arrive?

Howth to Arklow bus services, operated by Dublin Bus, arrive at Abbey St Lower station.

Where does the Howth to Arklow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Howth to Arklow?

Yes, the driving distance between Howth to Arklow is 84 km. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Howth to Arklow.

Where can I stay near Arklow?

There are 125+ hotels available in Arklow.

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There are 5 ways to get from Howth to Arklow by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Howth to Dublin Pearsetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Merrion Sq North to Tourist Officebus 2
2h 34m
€17–24
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Arklowtrain Ic / ...
3h 8m
€11–16
Drive 83.6 km
1. Drive from Howth to Arklowcar 83.6 km
1h 9m
€14–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Howth to Arklowtaxi 83.6 km
1h 9m
€120–150
Bus
1. Take the bus from Main Street Howth to Abbey St Lowerbus 6 / ...
2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Arklow Methodist Chbus 740A
3h 11m
€18–25

Howth to Arklow by train and bus

102Weekly Services

2h 34mAverage Duration

€17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 83.9 km
Duration: 2h 34m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Connolly to Arklow every 3 hours. Tickets cost €8–12 and the journey takes 1h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Main Street Howth to Arklow Methodist Ch via Abbey St Lower and George's Quay in around 3h 11m.

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