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

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Arklow is to drive which costs €15 - €23 and takes 1h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Arklow is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs €15 - €23.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Arklow?

No, there is no direct bus from Portlaoise to Arklow station. However, there are services departing from Market Square and arriving at Arklow Train Station via Carlow Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Portlaoise and Arklow?

No, there is no direct train from Portlaoise to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise and arriving at Arklow via Heuston and Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Arklow?

The distance between Portlaoise and Arklow is 154 km. The road distance is 93.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Arklow without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 37m and costs €23 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Portlaoise to Arklow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Arklow bus from?

Portlaoise to Arklow bus services, operated by Martley's, depart from Market Square station.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Arklow train from?

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

Train or bus from Portlaoise to Arklow?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Arklow is to bus which takes 3h 43m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €17 - €25 and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Portlaoise to Arklow bus arrive?

Portlaoise to Arklow bus services, operated by Martley's, arrive at Carlow Bus Stn station.

Where does the Portlaoise to Arklow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Arklow?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Arklow is 93 km. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Portlaoise to Arklow.

Where can I stay near Arklow?

There are 120+ hotels available in Arklow.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Portlaoise 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 Portlaoise to Dublin Heustontrain 200 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Arklow Methodist Chbus 2
3h 37m
€23–33
Drive 93.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Portlaoise to Arklowcar 93.2 km
1h 31m
€16–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Market Square to Carlow Bus Stnbus Iw08
2. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Arklow Train Stationbus 800
3h 43m
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Eden Quaybus 735
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Tourist Officebus 2
4h 5m
€24–34
Train
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Dublin Heustontrain 200 / ...
2. Take the train from Tara Street to Arklowtrain Ic / ...
4h 11m
€17–24

Portlaoise to Arklow by train, tram, and bus

102Weekly Services

3h 37mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Portlaoise to Arklow.

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Distance: 154.3 km
Duration: 3h 37m

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

You can take a bus from Market Square to Arklow Train Station via Carlow Bus Stn in around 3h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Portlaoise to Arklow via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey St., and Tara Street in around 4h 11m.

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