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

The cheapest way to get from Birr to Arklow is to bus which costs €23 - €35 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birr to Arklow is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Birr and Arklow?

No, there is no direct bus from Birr to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Birr and arriving at Arklow via Merrion Sq North. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Birr and Arklow?

No, there is no direct train from Birr to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Tullamore and arriving at Arklow via Heuston and Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Birr to Arklow?

The distance between Birr and Arklow is 201 km. The road distance is 142.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Birr to Arklow without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 17m and costs €29 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Birr to Arklow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birr to Arklow bus from?

Birr to Arklow bus services, operated by Kearns Transport, depart from Birr station.

Where do I catch the Birr to Arklow train from?

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

Train or bus from Birr to Arklow?

The best way to get from Birr to Arklow is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs €23 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €35 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Birr to Arklow bus arrive?

Birr to Arklow bus services, operated by Kearns Transport, arrive at Bachelors Walk station.

Where does the Birr to Arklow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Birr to Arklow?

Yes, the driving distance between Birr to Arklow is 143 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Birr to Arklow.

Where can I stay near Arklow?

There are 110+ hotels available in Arklow.

Birr to Arklow - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Tullamore to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Ferrybankbus 2
4h 17m
€30–43
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tullamore to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Tara Street to Arklowtrain Ic
4h 52m
€24–34
Drive 142.8 km
1. Drive from Birr to Arklowcar 142.8 km
2h 17m
€26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birr to Bachelors Walkbus 845 / ...
2. Take the bus from Merrion Sq North to Arklowbus 2
4h 30m
€24–32
Bus via Portlaoise
1. Take the bus from Birr to Portlaoise JFL Avebus 823
2. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Red Cow Luasbus 726
3. Take the bus from George's Quay to Ferrybankbus
6h 38m
€31–45

Birr to Arklow by bus, train, and tram

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4h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 200.7 km
Duration: 4h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Birr to Arklow via Spollanstown, Tullamore, Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey St., and Tara Street in around 4h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Birr to Arklow via Bachelors Walk and Merrion Sq North in around 4h 30m.

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