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

The cheapest way to get from Thurles to Arklow is to train which costs €21 - €35 and takes 4h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thurles to Arklow is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Thurles and Arklow?

No, there is no direct bus from Thurles to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Thurles and arriving at Tourist Office via Portlaoise JFL Ave and Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Thurles and Arklow?

No, there is no direct train from Thurles to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Thurles and arriving at Arklow via Heuston and Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Thurles to Arklow?

The distance between Thurles and Arklow is 215 km. The road distance is 133.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Thurles to Arklow without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 2m and costs €28 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Thurles to Arklow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thurles to Arklow bus from?

Thurles to Arklow bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Laois Offaly, depart from Thurles station.

Where do I catch the Thurles to Arklow train from?

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

Train or bus from Thurles to Arklow?

The best way to get from Thurles to Arklow is to bus which takes 6h 18m and costs €30 - €45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €21 - €35 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Thurles to Arklow bus arrive?

Thurles to Arklow bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Laois Offaly, arrive at Portlaoise JFL Ave station.

Where does the Thurles to Arklow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Thurles to Arklow?

Yes, the driving distance between Thurles to Arklow is 134 km. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Thurles to Arklow.

Where can I stay near Arklow?

There are 126+ hotels available in Arklow.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Thurles to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Arklow Methodist Chbus 740A
4h 2m
€29–41
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Thurles to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Tara Street to Arklowtrain Ic / ...
4h 21m
€22–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Thurles to Portlaoise JFL Avebus 858
2. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Airport Zone 16bus 726
3. Take the bus from Airport Zone 13 to Tourist Officebus 2
6h 18m
€30–44
Drive 133.9 km
1. Drive from Thurles to Arklowcar 133.9 km
2h 10m
€23–33

Thurles to Arklow by train, tram, foot, and bus

43Weekly Services

4h 2mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 215.4 km
Duration: 4h 2m

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

You can take a bus from Thurles to Tourist Office via Portlaoise JFL Ave, Airport Zone 16, and Airport Zone 13 in around 6h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Thurles to Arklow via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey St., and Tara Street in around 4h 21m.

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