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

The cheapest way to get from Wicklow to Arklow is to train which costs €4 - €6 and takes 27 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Wicklow to Arklow is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs €35 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Wicklow and Arklow?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Grand Hotel and arriving at Arklow Methodist Ch. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

Is there a direct train between Wicklow and Arklow?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wicklow and arriving at Arklow. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Wicklow to Arklow?

The distance between Wicklow and Arklow is 24 km. The road distance is 25.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Wicklow to Arklow without a car is to bus which takes 20 min and costs €14 - €20.

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

The bus from Grand Hotel to Arklow Methodist Ch takes 20 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Wicklow to Arklow bus from?

Wicklow to Arklow bus services, operated by Wexford Bus, depart from Grand Hotel station.

Where do I catch the Wicklow to Arklow train from?

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

Train or bus from Wicklow to Arklow?

The best way to get from Wicklow to Arklow is to bus which takes 20 min and costs €14 - €20. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €4 - €6 and takes 27 min.

Where does the Wicklow to Arklow bus arrive?

Wicklow to Arklow bus services, operated by Wexford Bus, arrive at Arklow Methodist Ch station.

Where does the Wicklow to Arklow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wicklow to Arklow?

Yes, the driving distance between Wicklow to Arklow is 25 km. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Wicklow to Arklow.

Where can I stay near Arklow?

There are 114+ hotels available in Arklow.

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

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

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Wicklow to Arklow by bus

94Weekly Buses

20 minAverage Duration

€14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 24.5 km
Duration: 20 min

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

Wexford Bus operates a bus from Grand Hotel to Arklow Methodist Ch every 4 hours. Tickets cost €14–20 and the journey takes 20 min. TFI Local Link Carlow Kilkenny Wicklow also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Wicklow to Arklow every 4 hours. Tickets cost €4–6 and the journey takes 27 min.

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