How to get from Arklow to Wicklow by bus?

From Arklow to Wicklow by bus

To get from Arklow to Wicklow in Wicklow, take the 740 bus from Arklow station to Kilmacanogue station. Next, take the 131 bus from Kilmacanogue station to Grand Hotel station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 38 min. The bus schedule from Arklow may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Wicklow on the Moovit app.

98min
Bus - 740740
Bus - 131131
Walk to Wicklow
Leaves from Arklow

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Arklow
  • 2
    Bus - 740740
    Wait for bus
    740
    Dublin Airport Zone 14
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Kilmacanogue
    ID 4533
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Kilmacanogue
    ID 6000
    260 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - 131131
    Wait for bus
    131
    Wicklow
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Grand Hotel
    ID 102441
    32 min
  • 7
    Walk to Wicklow
    Walk to
    Wicklow
    Main Street
    410 m • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Arklow to Wicklow by bus via 740 and 740A

To get from Arklow to Wicklow in Wicklow, take the 740 bus from Arklow station to Gorey Main Street station. Next, take the 740A bus from Gorey Main Street station to Grand Hotel station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 7 min. The bus schedule from Arklow may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Wicklow on the Moovit app.

127min
Bus - 740740
Bus - 740A740A
Walk to Wicklow
Leaves from Arklow

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Arklow
  • 2
    Bus - 740740
    Wait for bus
    740
    Wexford O'Hanrahan Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Gorey Main Street
    ID 355531
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Gorey Main Street
    ID 355121
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 740A740A
    Wait for bus
    740A
    Beresford Place
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Grand Hotel
    ID 135551
    45 min
  • 7
    Walk to Wicklow
    Walk to
    Wicklow
    Main Street
    510 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Arklow to Wicklow

The distance between Arklow and Wicklow is approximately 69.12 km, which can typically be travelled in 98 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Arklow to Wicklow by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Wicklow – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Arklow to Wicklow

To check the bus schedule from Arklow to Wicklow using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Arklow) and destination (Wicklow), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Arklow to Wicklow by bus via 740 and 740A

To get from Arklow to Wicklow in Wicklow, take the 740 bus from Arklow station to Gorey Main Street station. Next, take the 740A bus from Gorey Main Street station to Grand Hotel station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 7 min. The bus schedule from Arklow may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Wicklow on the Moovit app.

127min
Bus - 740740
Bus - 740A740A
Walk to Wicklow
Leaves from Arklow

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Arklow
  • 2
    Bus - 740740
    Wait for bus
    740
    Wexford O'Hanrahan Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Gorey Main Street
    ID 355531
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Gorey Main Street
    ID 355121
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 740A740A
    Wait for bus
    740A
    Beresford Place
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Grand Hotel
    ID 135551
    45 min
  • 7
    Walk to Wicklow
    Walk to
    Wicklow
    Main Street
    510 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 98 minutes, using Bus line 740, Bus line 131.

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

    The alternative route takes 127 minutes, using Bus line 740, Bus line 740A.

  • Is there a direct bus between Arklow and Wicklow?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 38 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Arklow to Wicklow?

    The 740 bus line goes from Kilmacanogue station near Arklow in Arklow to Kilmacanogue station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Kilmacanogue station near Wicklow.

  • How long does it take to travel from Arklow to Wicklow by bus?

    The total travel time between Arklow and Wicklow by bus is about 1 hr 38 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Arklow to get to Wicklow?

    Get on the 740 bus from the Kilmacanogue stop near Arklow in Arklow.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Arklow and Wicklow?

    Get off the bus at the Kilmacanogue stop, which is closest to Wicklow.

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