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

The cheapest way to get from Kilkenny to Arklow is to train and bus which costs €9 - €14 and takes 3h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilkenny to Arklow is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs €15 - €23.

Is there a direct bus between Kilkenny and Arklow?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilkenny to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny Stn and arriving at Tourist Office via Dublin Busáras. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Kilkenny and Arklow?

No, there is no direct train from Kilkenny to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny and arriving at Arklow via Heuston and Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Kilkenny to Arklow?

The distance between Kilkenny and Arklow is 111 km. The road distance is 91.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Arklow without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 8m and costs €9 - €14.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Kilkenny to Arklow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Arklow bus from?

Kilkenny to Arklow bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Kilkenny Stn station.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Arklow train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilkenny to Arklow?

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Arklow is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs €20 - €30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €35 and takes 3h 56m.

Where does the Kilkenny to Arklow bus arrive?

Kilkenny to Arklow bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Eden Quay station.

Where does the Kilkenny to Arklow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilkenny to Arklow?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilkenny to Arklow is 91 km. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Kilkenny to Arklow.

Where can I stay near Arklow?

There are 125+ hotels available in Arklow.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Kilkenny to Carlowtrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Carlow Stn to Arklowbus 800
3h 8m
€10–14
Train
1. Take the train from Kilkenny to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Tara Street to Arklowtrain Ic / ...
4h 32m
€21–29
Drive 91.3 km
1. Drive from Kilkenny to Arklowcar 91.3 km
1h 29m
€16–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny Stn to Eden Quaybus 717
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Tourist Officebus 2
3h 56m
€24–34

Kilkenny to Arklow by train and bus

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Distance: 110.9 km
Duration: 3h 8m

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

You can take a train from Kilkenny to Arklow via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey St., and Tara Street in around 4h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilkenny Stn to Tourist Office via Eden Quay and Dublin Busáras in around 3h 56m.

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