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

The cheapest way to get from Downpatrick to Roscrea is to train and bus which costs €28 - €45 and takes 6h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Downpatrick to Roscrea is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Downpatrick and Roscrea?

No, there is no direct bus from Downpatrick to Roscrea. However, there are services departing from Church Street and arriving at Roscrea Abbey Street via Grand Central Station Stand 12 and Dublin Airport Zone 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

How far is it from Downpatrick to Roscrea?

The distance between Downpatrick and Roscrea is 342 km. The road distance is 240.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Downpatrick to Roscrea without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 55m and costs €28 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 6h 55m to get from Downpatrick to Roscrea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Downpatrick to Roscrea bus from?

Downpatrick to Roscrea bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Grand Central Station Stand 12.

Train or bus from Downpatrick to Roscrea?

The best way to get from Downpatrick to Roscrea is to train which takes 7h and costs €28 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 16m.

Where does the Downpatrick to Roscrea bus arrive?

Downpatrick to Roscrea bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Airport T2 station.

Can I drive from Downpatrick to Roscrea?

Yes, the driving distance between Downpatrick to Roscrea is 240 km. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Downpatrick to Roscrea.

Where can I stay near Roscrea?

There are 39+ hotels available in Roscrea.

Downpatrick to Roscrea - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Downpatrick to Roscrea by train, bus, or car

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain Belfast Great Central - Dublin Connolly
2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Roscrea Abbey Streetbus 735
6h 55m
€29–42
Train
1. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain Belfast Great Central - Dublin Connolly
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Portlaoisetrain Re / ...
7h
€29–43
Drive 240.1 km
1. Drive from Downpatrick to Roscreacar 240.1 km
3h 24m
€43–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 12 to Dublin Airport T2bus X1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Roscrea Abbey Streetbus 735
7h 16m
Bus via Portlaoise
1. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotelbus
2. Take the bus from Red Cow Luas to Portlaoise Hospitalbus 726
3. Take the bus from Portlaoise Hospital to Roscrea Castle Streetbus 834
9h 4m
€33–45

Downpatrick to Roscrea by bus and train

49Weekly Services

6h 55mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 342.1 km
Duration: 6h 55m

What companies run services between Downpatrick, Northern Ireland and Roscrea, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Church Street to Roscrea Castle Street via Grand Central Station Stand 21, Belfast Great Central, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, Dublin Heuston, Portlaoise, and Portlaoise Station in around 7h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Church Street to Roscrea Abbey Street via Grand Central Station Stand 21, Grand Central Station Stand 12, Dublin Airport T2, and Dublin Airport Zone 16 in around 7h 16m.

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