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

The cheapest way to get from Swords to Arklow is to train which costs €12 - €16 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swords to Arklow is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs €15 - €22.

Is there a direct bus between Swords and Arklow?

No, there is no direct bus from Swords to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Swords Village and arriving at Ferrybank via Dublin Busáras. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Swords and Arklow?

No, there is no direct train from Swords to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Tara Street and arriving at Arklow via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Swords to Arklow?

The distance between Swords and Arklow is 88 km. The road distance is 84.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Swords to Arklow without a car is to line 500 bus and bus which takes 2h 40m and costs €18 - €25.

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Swords to Arklow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swords to Arklow bus from?

Swords to Arklow bus services, operated by Swords Express, depart from Swords Village station.

Where do I catch the Swords to Arklow train from?

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

Train or bus from Swords to Arklow?

The best way to get from Swords to Arklow is to line 500 bus and bus which takes 2h 40m and costs €18 - €25. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €12 - €16 and takes 3h 11m.

Where does the Swords to Arklow bus arrive?

Swords to Arklow bus services, operated by Swords Express, arrive at S O'Casey Br station.

Where does the Swords to Arklow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swords to Arklow?

Yes, the driving distance between Swords to Arklow is 84 km. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Swords to Arklow.

Where can I stay near Arklow?

There are 110+ hotels available in Arklow.

Swords to Arklow - 5 ways to travel via train, line 500 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Swords to Arklow by bus, train, or car

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Line 500 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Swords Village to S O'Casey Brbus 500 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Ferrybankbus 2
2h 40m
€18–24
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tara Street to Arklowtrain Ic
3h 11m
€12–15
Drive 84.3 km
1. Drive from Swords to Arklowcar 84.3 km
1h 5m
€15–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Airport Zone 13 to Arklowbus 2
2h 58m
€17–23
Line 41 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Swords Castle to Abbey St Lowerbus 33 / ...
2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Ferrybankbus 740A
3h 25m
€18–25

Swords to Arklow by bus and foot

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2h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 88.4 km
Duration: 2h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Swords Village to Ferrybank via S O'Casey Br and Dublin Busáras in around 2h 40m. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Tara Street to Arklow every 3 hours. Tickets cost €8–11 and the journey takes 1h 39m.

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