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How to get fromPort of Holyhead to Arklowby ferry, bus, or train

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There are 3 ways to get from Port of Holyhead to Arklow by ferry, bus, or train

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  1. Ferry, bus

    best
    1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry ferry 0
    2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Arklow Methodist Chbus bus 2
    5h 46m
    €38–68

  2. Ferry, train

    cheapest
    1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry ferry 0
    2. Take the train from Tara Street to Arklowtrain train Ic / ...
    6h 27m
    €32–59

  3. Ferry, bus via Holyhead

    1. Take the ferry from Holyhead to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry ferry Holyhead-Dublin Ferryport B+I
    2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Arklow Methodist Chbus bus 740A
    6h 35m
    €41–160

Port of Holyhead to Arklow by foot, ferry, tram, and bus

Calendar52Weekly Services
Duration5h 46mAverage Duration
Ticket€38Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 178.1 km
  • Duration: 5h 46m

What companies run services between Port of Holyhead, Wales and Arklow, IE-WW, Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Port of Holyhead to Arklow. However, you can walk to Holyhead Ferry, take the ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+I, walk to The Point, take the vehicle to Busáras, walk to Dublin Busáras, then take the bus to Arklow Methodist Ch. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Port of Holyhead to Arklow via Holyhead Ferry, Dublin Ferryport B+I, The Point, Abbey St., and Tara Street in around 6h 27m.

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