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

The cheapest way to get from Kildare to Arklow is to drive which costs €13 - €20 and takes 1h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kildare to Arklow is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs €13 - €20.

Is there a direct bus between Kildare and Arklow?

No, there is no direct bus from Kildare to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Kildare Village and arriving at Tourist Office via Eden Quay and Dublin Busáras. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Kildare and Arklow?

No, there is no direct train from Kildare to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Kildare and arriving at Arklow via Heuston and Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Kildare to Arklow?

The distance between Kildare and Arklow is 121 km. The road distance is 81.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kildare to Arklow without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 10m and costs €20 - €30.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Kildare to Arklow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kildare to Arklow bus from?

Kildare to Arklow bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Kildare Village station.

Where do I catch the Kildare to Arklow train from?

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

Train or bus from Kildare to Arklow?

The best way to get from Kildare to Arklow is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs €14 - €21. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €40 and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Kildare to Arklow bus arrive?

Kildare to Arklow bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Bachelors Walk station.

Where does the Kildare to Arklow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kildare to Arklow?

Yes, the driving distance between Kildare to Arklow is 81 km. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Kildare to Arklow.

Where can I stay near Arklow?

There are 114+ hotels available in Arklow.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Kildare to Arklow by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Kildare to Dublin HeustonIc / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Arklow Methodist Ch2
3h 10m
€20–29
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kildare to Dublin HeustonIc / ...
2. Take the train from Tara Street to ArklowIc
3h 46m
€14–20
Drive 81.5 km
1. Drive from Kildare to Arklow81.5 km
1h 17m
€14–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kildare to Arklow81.5 km
1h 17m
€110–140
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kildare Village to Bachelors Walk300
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Tourist Office2
3h 15m
€26–35
Bus via Arklow Methodist Ch
1. Take the bus from Kildare to Sean O'Casey Bridge126 / ...
2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Arklow Methodist Ch740A
4h 14m
€17–24

Kildare to Arklow by train, tram, and bus

102Weekly Services

3h 10mAverage Duration

€20Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kildare to Arklow.

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Distance: 120.9 km
Duration: 3h 10m

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

You can take a train from Kildare to Arklow via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey Street, and Tara Street in around 3h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kildare Village to Tourist Office via Bachelors Walk, Eden Quay, and Dublin Busáras in around 3h 15m.

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