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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Galway to Arklow

Cheapest
2 h 47 min
Car
276 km.
from $15
Other
4 h 27 min
200 km.
from $38.70
4 h 50 min
Train, bus via Dublin, Train, bus via Dublin
200 km.
from $41.48
5 h 6 min
Train, Bus
200 km.
from $53.02
5 h 46 min
200 km.
from $50.85
7 h 12 min
200 km.
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Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Galway to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
2h 44m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$18.48–$27.17
Train from Dublin Pearse to Arklow
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$9.24–$13.04

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Merrion Square North to Tourist
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.04–$18.48
Bus from Dublin Custom House Quay to Arklow
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.04–$18.48

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Merrion Square North to Tourist
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.33–$15.22
Bus from Dublin Busáras to Tourist
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.33–$15.22

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Galway Coach Station to Parkgate
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.22–$25.00

J.J.Kavanagh & Sons

Phone:
+353 818 333 222
Email:
Website:
jjkavanagh.ie/
Bus from Galway Cathedral to Hanover
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$17.39–$25.00

Local Link Carlow Kilkenny Wicklow

Phone:
0818 42 41 41
Website:
locallinkckw.ie/
Bus from Carlow Coach Park to Arklow
Ave. Duration:
1h 52m
Frequency:
3 times a day

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Arklow is to train which costs $29.35 - $42.39 and takes 5h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galway to Arklow is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs $53.26 - $81.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Arklow?

No, there is no direct bus from Galway station to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Galway Coach Station and arriving at Tourist Office via Heuston Station and Merrion Square North. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Galway and Arklow?

No, there is no direct train from Galway to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Galway and arriving at Arklow via Heuston and Dublin Pearse. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

How far is it from Galway to Arklow?

The distance between Galway and Arklow is 277 km. The road distance is 276.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Galway to Arklow without a car is to bus via Dublin which takes 4h 27m and costs $29.35 - $46.74 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Galway to Arklow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galway to Arklow bus from?

Galway to Arklow bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Galway Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Galway to Arklow train from?

Galway to Arklow train services, operated by Irish Rail, depart from Galway station.

Train, bus or fly from Galway to Arklow?

The best way to get from Galway to Arklow is to bus via Dublin which takes 4h 27m and costs $29.35 - $46.74 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $29.35 - $42.39 and takes 5h 46m. There are no good options to bus between Galway to Arklow.

Where does the Galway to Arklow bus arrive?

Galway to Arklow bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Parkgate Street station.

Where does the Galway to Arklow train arrive?

Galway to Arklow train services, operated by Irish Rail, arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Galway to Arklow?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Arklow is 276 km. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Galway to Arklow.

Where can I stay near Arklow?

There are 95+ hotels available in Arklow. Prices start at $79.53 per night.
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