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

The cheapest way to get from Limerick to Arklow is to train which costs €28 - €45 and takes 5h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Limerick to Arklow is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Limerick and Arklow?

No, there is no direct bus from Limerick to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Limerick Arthurs Qy and arriving at Tourist Office via Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Limerick and Arklow?

No, there is no direct train from Limerick to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Limerick and arriving at Arklow via Limerick Junction, Heuston and Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Limerick to Arklow?

The distance between Limerick and Arklow is 281 km. The road distance is 203.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Limerick to Arklow without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 32m and costs €30 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Limerick to Arklow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Arklow bus from?

Limerick to Arklow bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Limerick Arthurs Qy station.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Arklow train from?

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

Train or bus from Limerick to Arklow?

The best way to get from Limerick to Arklow is to bus which takes 5h 8m and costs €30 - €50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €28 - €45 and takes 5h 39m.

Where does the Limerick to Arklow bus arrive?

Limerick to Arklow bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Airport Zone 10 station.

Where does the Limerick to Arklow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Limerick to Arklow?

Yes, the driving distance between Limerick to Arklow is 204 km. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Limerick to Arklow.

Where can I stay near Arklow?

There are 123+ hotels available in Arklow.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Limerick 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 Limerick to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Tourist Officebus 2
4h 32m
€33–47
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Dublin Heustontrain 205 / ...
2. Take the train from Tara Street to Arklowtrain Ic / ...
5h 39m
€28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Airport Zone 10bus 712
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 13 to Tourist Officebus 2
5h 8m
€31–48
Drive 203.7 km
1. Drive from Limerick to Arklowcar 203.7 km
2h 38m
€35–50
Train, bus via Tipperary
1. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Dublin Heustontrain 205 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Arklow Methodist Chbus 2
5h 5m
€34–50
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Bachelors Walkbus 300
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Tourist Officebus 2
5h 8m
€31–43

Limerick to Arklow by train, tram, and bus

30Weekly Services

4h 32mAverage Duration

€33Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Limerick to Arklow.

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Distance: 280.6 km
Duration: 4h 32m

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

You can take a bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Tourist Office via Airport Zone 10 and Airport Zone 13 in around 5h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Limerick to Arklow via Limerick Junction, Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey St., and Tara Street in around 5h 39m.

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