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

The cheapest way to get from Kinsale to Arklow is to drive which costs €40 - €60 and takes 2h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kinsale to Arklow is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Kinsale and Arklow?

No, there is no direct bus from Kinsale to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Kinsale and arriving at Tourist Office via Cork Alfred St and Merrion Sq North. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Kinsale and Arklow?

No, there is no direct train from Kinsale to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Arklow via Heuston and Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

How far is it from Kinsale to Arklow?

The distance between Kinsale and Arklow is 349 km. The road distance is 241.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kinsale to Arklow without a car is to bus which takes 6h 26m and costs €35 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 6h 26m to get from Kinsale to Arklow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kinsale to Arklow bus from?

Kinsale to Arklow bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Cork Alfred St station.

Where do I catch the Kinsale to Arklow train from?

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

Train or bus from Kinsale to Arklow?

The best way to get from Kinsale to Arklow is to bus which takes 6h 26m and costs €35 - €60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €40 - €65 and takes 6h 58m.

Where does the Kinsale to Arklow bus arrive?

Kinsale to Arklow bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Bachelors Walk station.

Where does the Kinsale to Arklow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kinsale to Arklow?

Yes, the driving distance between Kinsale to Arklow is 241 km. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Kinsale to Arklow.

Where can I stay near Arklow?

There are 120+ hotels available in Arklow.

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

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred St to Bachelors Walkbus 707
2. Take the bus from Merrion Sq North to Tourist Officebus 2
6h 26m
€40–59
Train
1. Take the train from Cork to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Tara Street to Arklowtrain Ic / ...
6h 58m
€44–65
Drive 241.3 km
1. Drive from Kinsale to Arklowcar 241.3 km
2h 57m
€41–60
Bus via Waterford
1. Take the bus from Cork Patrick's Quay to SETU Cork Roadbus
2. Take the bus from SETU Cork Road to Wexford Stnbus 340
3. Take the bus from Wexford Stn to Arklowbus 2
7h 57m

Kinsale to Arklow by bus and foot

102Weekly Services

6h 26mAverage Duration

€40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 348.7 km
Duration: 6h 26m

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

You can take a bus from Kinsale to Tourist Office via Cork Patrick's Quay, Cork Alfred St, Bachelors Walk, and Merrion Sq North in around 6h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kinsale to Arklow via Cork Kent Stn, Cork, Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey St., and Tara Street in around 6h 58m.

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