What is the cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Roscommon?

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Roscommon is to ferry and train which costs €26 - €55 and takes 6h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Holyhead to Roscommon?

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Roscommon is to ferry and train which takes 6h 54m and costs €30 - €140.

How far is it from Holyhead to Roscommon?

The distance between Holyhead and Roscommon is 269 km.

How do I travel from Holyhead to Roscommon without a car?

The best way to get from Holyhead to Roscommon without a car is to ferry and train which takes 6h 54m and costs €30 - €140.

How long does it take to get from Holyhead to Roscommon?

It takes approximately 6h 54m to get from Holyhead to Roscommon, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Roscommon?

There are 48+ hotels available in Roscommon.

Holyhead to Roscommon - 4 ways to travel via train, ferry, car, and car ferry

There are 4 ways to get from Holyhead to Roscommon by ferry, train, car, car ferry, or bus

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

Ferry, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry Holyhead-Dublin Ferryport B+I
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Roscommontrain Re
6h 54m
€35–136
Ferry, train #2
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry 0
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Roscommontrain Re
6h 54m
€27–53
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Holyhead to Cairnryancar
2. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Larnecarferry
3. Drive from Larne to Roscommoncar
11h 5m
€160–458
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry 0
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Longford Stnbus 23 / ...
9h 2m
€39–69

Holyhead to Roscommon by ferry, foot, tram, and train

21Weekly Services

6h 54mAverage Duration

€35Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Holyhead to Roscommon.

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Distance: 269.4 km
Duration: 6h 54m

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and Roscommon, Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Holyhead to Roscommon. However, you can take the ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+I, walk to The Point, take the vehicle to Heuston, walk to Dublin Heuston, then take the train to Roscommon. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Holyhead to Roscommon via Cairnryan and Larne in around 11h 5m.

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