How to get from Arklow to Ratoath by bus?

By bus

To get from Arklow to Ratoath in Ireland, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 2 bus from Arklow station to Clare Street station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 70 bus and finally take the 105 bus from Dunboyne Station station to Steeplechase Hill station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 45 min. The ride fare is €5.10.

165min€5.10
Walk to bus station
Bus - 22
Bus - 7070
Bus - 105105
Walk to Ratoath
Leaves from Arklow

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Arklow
    ID 135531
    570 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Bus - 22
    Wait for bus
    2
    Dublin Airport
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Clare Street
    ID 494
    68 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    National Gallery
    ID 7586
    130 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 7070
    Wait for bus
    70
    Dunboyne
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dunboyne Station
    ID 3331
    49 min
  • 7
    Bus - 105105
    Wait for bus
    105
    Drogheda
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Steeplechase Hill
    ID 101211
    14 min
  • 9
    Walk to Ratoath
    Walk to
    Ratoath
    150 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus via 2 and 103

To get from Arklow to Ratoath in Ireland, take the 2 bus from Arklow station to Custom House Quay station. Next, take the 103 bus from Beresford Place station to Steeplechase Hill station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 53 min. The ride fare is €3.10.

173min€3.10
Walk to bus station
Bus - 22
Bus - 103103
Walk to Ratoath
Leaves from Arklow

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Arklow
    ID 135531
    570 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Bus - 22
    Wait for bus
    2
    Dublin Airport
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Custom House Quay
    ID 135271
    72 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Beresford Place
    ID 135031
    130 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 103103
    Wait for bus
    103
    Ratoath
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Steeplechase Hill
    ID 134271
    50 min
  • 7
    Walk to Ratoath
    Walk to
    Ratoath
    340 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Arklow to Ratoath

The distance between Arklow, Ireland and Ratoath, Ireland is approximately 104 km, which can typically be travelled in 165 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Arklow to Ratoath by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Ireland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Arklow

Arklow is located at Arklow, Ireland and the nearest public transit station is Arklow Train Station.

Train stations close to Arklow:

  • Arklow

Bus stations close to Arklow:

  • Arklow Train Station
  • Tourist Office
  • Arklow Lidl

Public transit stations close to Ratoath, Ireland

Ratoath is located at Ratoath, Ireland and the nearest public transit station is Steeplechase Hill.

Bus stations close to Ratoath:

  • Steeplechase Hill
  • Woodlands Park
  • Steeplechase Wood

Related Routes

Alternative route by bus via 2 and 103

To get from Arklow to Ratoath in Ireland, take the 2 bus from Arklow station to Custom House Quay station. Next, take the 103 bus from Beresford Place station to Steeplechase Hill station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 53 min. The ride fare is €3.10.

173min€3.10
Walk to bus station
Bus - 22
Bus - 103103
Walk to Ratoath
Leaves from Arklow

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Arklow
    ID 135531
    570 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Bus - 22
    Wait for bus
    2
    Dublin Airport
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Custom House Quay
    ID 135271
    72 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Beresford Place
    ID 135031
    130 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 103103
    Wait for bus
    103
    Ratoath
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Steeplechase Hill
    ID 134271
    50 min
  • 7
    Walk to Ratoath
    Walk to
    Ratoath
    340 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Arklow to Ratoath?

    The fastest way takes 165 minutes, using Bus line 2, Bus line 70, Bus line 105.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Arklow to Ratoath?

    The alternative route takes 173 minutes, using Bus line 2, Bus line 103.

  • Is there a direct bus between Arklow and Ratoath in Ireland?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 45 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Arklow to Ratoath in Ireland?

    The 2 bus line goes from Arklow station near Arklow to Dublin Airport station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Dublin Airport station near Ratoath in Ireland

  • How long does it take to travel from Arklow to Ratoath in Ireland by bus?

    The total travel time between Arklow and Ratoath in Ireland by bus is about 2 hr 45 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Arklow to get to Ratoath in Ireland?

    Get on the 2 bus from the Arklow stop near Arklow in Ireland.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Arklow and Ratoath in Ireland?

    Get off the bus at the Dublin Airport stop, which is closest to Ratoath in Ireland.

  • How much is the bus fare from Arklow to Ratoath?

    The ride from Arklow to Ratoath costs €5.10.

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