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

The cheapest way to get from Kilkenny to Arklow is to drive which costs €15 - €22 and takes 1h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilkenny to Arklow is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs €15 - €22.

Is there a direct bus between Kilkenny and Arklow?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilkenny station to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station and arriving at Tourist Office via Dublin Busáras. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Kilkenny and Arklow?

No, there is no direct train from Kilkenny to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny and arriving at Arklow via Heuston and Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Kilkenny to Arklow?

The distance between Kilkenny and Arklow is 111 km. The road distance is 91.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Arklow without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 7m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Kilkenny to Arklow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Arklow bus from?

Kilkenny to Arklow bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Arklow train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilkenny to Arklow?

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Arklow is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs €20 - €30. Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin, which costs €26 - €40 and takes 3h 58m.

Where does the Kilkenny to Arklow bus arrive?

Kilkenny to Arklow bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Eden Quay station.

Where does the Kilkenny to Arklow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilkenny to Arklow?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilkenny to Arklow is 91 km. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Kilkenny to Arklow.

Where can I stay near Arklow?

There are 114+ hotels available in Arklow.

Kilkenny to Arklow - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Kilkenny 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 Kilkenny to CarlowRe
2. Take the bus from Carlow Station to Arklow800
3h 7m
Drive 91.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kilkenny to Arklow91.3 km
1h 28m
€16–22
Train
1. Take the train from Kilkenny to Dublin HeustonRe
2. Take the train from Tara Street to ArklowIc
4h 31m
€21–29
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Eden Quay717
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Tourist Office2
3h 58m
€26–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny Dunnes Stores to Paulstown500
2. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Arklow Train Station800
5h

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kilkenny to Arklow.

Launch map view

Distance: 110.9 km
Duration: 3h 7m

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

You can take a train from Kilkenny to Arklow via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey Street, and Tara Street in around 4h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Tourist Office via Eden Quay and Dublin Busáras in around 3h 58m.

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