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 9m.

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 9m 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 Avenue and Dublin 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 9m.

How far is it from Thurles to Arklow?

The distance between Thurles and Arklow is 211 km. The road distance is 134 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 3h 33m and costs €27 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m 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 - €50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €21 - €35 and takes 4h 9m.

Where does the Thurles to Arklow bus arrive?

Thurles to Arklow bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Laois Offaly, arrive at Portlaoise JFL Avenue 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 9m to drive from Thurles to Arklow.

Where can I stay near Arklow?

There are 113+ hotels available in Arklow.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Thurles 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 Thurles to Dublin Heuston205 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Arklow Methodist Ch2
3h 33m
€28–39
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Thurles to Dublin Heuston205 / ...
2. Take the train from Tara Street to ArklowIc / ...
4h 9m
€22–30
Train, bus via Dublin
1. Take the train from Thurles to Dublin Heuston205 / ...
2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Arklow Methodist Ch740A
3h 50m
€29–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Thurles to Portlaoise JFL Avenue858
2. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Dublin Airport Zone 16726
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Tourist Office2
6h 18m
€31–46
Drive 134 km
1. Drive from Thurles to Arklow134 km
2h 9m
€23–33

Thurles to Arklow by train, tram, and bus

102Weekly Services

3h 33mAverage Duration

€28Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Thurles to Arklow.

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Distance: 211.5 km
Duration: 3h 33m

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 Avenue, Dublin Airport Zone 16, and Dublin Airport Zone 13 in around 6h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Thurles to Arklow via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey Street, and Tara Street in around 4h 9m.

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