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

The cheapest way to get from Portarlington to Arklow is to bus which costs €10 - €16 and takes 4h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portarlington to Arklow is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs €15 - €23.

Is there a direct bus between Portarlington and Arklow?

No, there is no direct bus from Portarlington to Arklow station. However, there are services departing from Portarlington and arriving at Arklow Train Station via Carlow Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Portarlington and Arklow?

No, there is no direct train from Portarlington to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Portarlington and arriving at Arklow via Heuston and Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Portarlington to Arklow?

The distance between Portarlington and Arklow is 150 km. The road distance is 92.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Portarlington to Arklow without a car is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs €15 - €23.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Portarlington to Arklow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portarlington to Arklow bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portarlington to Arklow train from?

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

Train or bus from Portarlington to Arklow?

The best way to get from Portarlington to Arklow is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs €15 - €23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €10 - €16 and takes 4h 27m.

Where does the Portarlington to Arklow bus arrive?

Portarlington to Arklow bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Carlow Bus Stn station.

Where does the Portarlington to Arklow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portarlington to Arklow?

Yes, the driving distance between Portarlington to Arklow is 93 km. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Portarlington to Arklow.

Where can I stay near Arklow?

There are 127+ hotels available in Arklow.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portarlington to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Tara Street to Arklowtrain Ic / ...
4h 2m
€16–22
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Portarlington to Carlow Bus Stnbus Iw04
2. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Arklow Train Stationbus 800
4h 27m
€10–15
Drive 92.7 km
1. Drive from Portarlington to Arklowcar 92.7 km
1h 35m
€16–23
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the bus from Newbridge to Airport Zone 16bus 726
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 13 to Tourist Officebus 2
4h 41m
€24–34

Portarlington to Arklow by train, tram, and foot

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Distance: 150.3 km
Duration: 4h 2m

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

You can take a train from Portarlington to Arklow via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey St., and Tara Street in around 4h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Portarlington to Arklow Train Station via Carlow Bus Stn in around 4h 27m.

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