What is the cheapest way to get from Athy to Roscrea?

The cheapest way to get from Athy to Roscrea is to drive which costs €10 - €16 and takes 52 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Athy to Roscrea?

The fastest way to get from Athy to Roscrea is to drive which takes 52 min and costs €10 - €16.

Is there a direct bus between Athy and Roscrea?

No, there is no direct bus from Athy to Roscrea. However, there are services departing from Athy William Street and arriving at Roscrea Abbey Street via Portlaoise JFL Avenue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Athy and Roscrea?

No, there is no direct train from Athy to Roscrea. However, there are services departing from Athy and arriving at Roscrea via Kildare and Ballybrophy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Athy to Roscrea?

The distance between Athy and Roscrea is 63 km. The road distance is 63.9 km.

How do I travel from Athy to Roscrea without a car?

The best way to get from Athy to Roscrea without a car is to bus which takes 1h 57m and costs €11 - €17.

How long does it take to get from Athy to Roscrea?

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Athy to Roscrea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athy to Roscrea bus from?

Athy to Roscrea bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Athy William Street station.

Where do I catch the Athy to Roscrea train from?

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

Train or bus from Athy to Roscrea?

The best way to get from Athy to Roscrea is to bus which takes 1h 57m and costs €11 - €17. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €11 - €18 and takes 3h 16m.

Where does the Athy to Roscrea bus arrive?

Athy to Roscrea bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Saint Peter and Paul's Church station.

Where does the Athy to Roscrea train arrive?

Athy to Roscrea train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Kildare station.

Can I drive from Athy to Roscrea?

Yes, the driving distance between Athy to Roscrea is 64 km. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Athy to Roscrea.

Where can I stay near Roscrea?

There are 39+ hotels available in Roscrea.

Athy to Roscrea - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Athy to Roscrea by bus, train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Athy William Street to Saint Peter and Paul's Churchbus Iw06
2. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Roscrea Abbey Streetbus 735
1h 57m
€11–17
Train
1. Take the train from Athy to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Ballybrophytrain Re
3. Take the train from Ballybrophy to Roscreatrain Ic
3h 16m
€11–18
Drive 63.9 km
1. Drive from Athy to Roscreacar 63.9 km
52 min
€11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Athy to Roscreataxi 63.9 km
52 min
€100–130

Athy to Roscrea by bus and foot

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1h 57mAverage Duration

€11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 63.3 km
Duration: 1h 57m

What companies run services between Athy, Ireland and Roscrea, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Athy William Street to Roscrea Abbey Street via Saint Peter and Paul's Church and Portlaoise JFL Avenue in around 1h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Athy to Roscrea via Kildare and Ballybrophy in around 3h 16m.

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