What is the cheapest way to get from Holyhead to New Ross?

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to New Ross is to ferry and train which costs €85 - €130 and takes 8h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Holyhead to New Ross?

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to New Ross is to ferry and train which takes 8h 43m and costs €85 - €130.

How far is it from Holyhead to New Ross?

The distance between Holyhead and New Ross is 269 km.

How do I travel from Holyhead to New Ross without a car?

The best way to get from Holyhead to New Ross without a car is to ferry and bus via Dublin which takes 8h 14m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Holyhead to New Ross?

It takes approximately 8h 14m to get from Holyhead to New Ross, including transfers.

Where can I stay near New Ross?

There are 143+ hotels available in New Ross.

Holyhead to New Ross - 4 ways to travel via train, ferry, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Holyhead to New Ross by ferry, bus, or train

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

Ferry, bus via Dublin
best
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry 0
2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Enniscorthybus 740
3. Take the bus from Enniscorthy to New Rossbus 368 / ...
8h 14m
Ferry, train
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry 0
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Waterfordtrain Re / ...
8h 43m
€87–130
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry 0
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Enniscorthybus 2
3. Take the bus from Enniscorthy to New Rossbus 368 / ...
8h 34m
Ferry, bus via Carlow
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry
2. Take the bus from North Wall Quay to Carlow Bus Stationbus 736
3. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to New Rossbus 887
8h 37m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Holyhead to New Ross.

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Distance: 268.9 km
Duration: 8h 14m

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and New Ross, Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Holyhead to New Ross. However, you can take the ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+I, walk to Castleforbes Road, take the bus to Eden Quay, walk to George's Quay, take the bus to Enniscorthy, then take the bus to New Ross. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Holyhead Ferry to New Ross via Dublin Ferryport B+I, The Point, Busáras, Dublin Busáras, and Enniscorthy in around 8h 34m.

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