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 €55 - €70 and takes 6h 38m.

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 38m and costs €55 - €70.

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 38m and costs €55 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from Holyhead to Roscommon, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Roscommon?

There are 50+ hotels available in Roscommon.

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

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

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 38m
€56–70
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry 0
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Longford Stationbus 23 / ...
8h 53m
€93–130
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Holyhead to Cairnryancar
2. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfastcarferry
3. Drive from Belfast to Roscommoncar
10h 57m
€161–242
Ferry, train #2
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry 0
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Roscommontrain Re
6h 38m
€81–113

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

21Weekly Services

6h 38mAverage Duration

€56Cheapest 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 38m

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 ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Roscommon via Dublin Ferryport B+I, Castleforbes Road, Sean O'Casey Bridge, Dublin Busáras, and Longford Station in around 8h 53m.

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