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How to get fromPalmerstown to Arklowby bus, train, car, or taxi

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

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  1. Bus via Merrion Sq North

    best
    1. Take the bus from Palmerstown R148 to Prince's St Southbus bus 52 / ...
    2. Take the bus from Merrion Sq North to Ferrybankbus bus 2
    2h 26m
    €17–25

  2. Train

    cheapest
    1. Take the train from Tara Street to Arklowtrain train Ic
    3h 16m
    €12–16

  3. Drive  78.9 km

    1. Drive from Palmerstown to Arklowcar car 78.9 km
    51 min
    €14–20

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Palmerstown to Arklowtaxi taxi 78.9 km
    51 min
    €110–140

  5. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Palmerstown R148 to Prince's St Southbus bus 52 / ...
    2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Ferrybankbus bus 740A
    2h 52m
    €18–25

Palmerstown to Arklow by bus and foot

Calendar145Weekly Services
Duration2h 26mAverage Duration
Ticket€17Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 78 km
  • Duration: 2h 26m

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

You can take a bus from Palmerstown R148 to Ferrybank via Prince's St South and Merrion Sq North in around 2h 26m. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Tara Street to Arklow 5 times a day. Tickets cost €8–11 and the journey takes 1h 39m.

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