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

The cheapest way to get from Roscommon to Arklow is to train which costs €23 - €35 and takes 5h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Roscommon to Arklow is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Roscommon and Arklow?

No, there is no direct bus from Roscommon to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Roscommon and arriving at Tourist Office via Longford Station and Dublin Busáras. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Roscommon and Arklow?

No, there is no direct train from Roscommon to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Roscommon and arriving at Arklow via Heuston and Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

How far is it from Roscommon to Arklow?

The distance between Roscommon and Arklow is 231 km. The road distance is 189.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Roscommon to Arklow without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 26m and costs €29 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Roscommon to Arklow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Roscommon to Arklow bus from?

Roscommon to Arklow bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Longford Station.

Where do I catch the Roscommon to Arklow train from?

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

Train or bus from Roscommon to Arklow?

The best way to get from Roscommon to Arklow is to bus which takes 6h 11m and costs €35 - €55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €23 - €35 and takes 5h 2m.

Where does the Roscommon to Arklow bus arrive?

Roscommon to Arklow bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Dublin Busáras station.

Where does the Roscommon to Arklow train arrive?

Roscommon to Arklow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Roscommon to Arklow?

Yes, the driving distance between Roscommon to Arklow is 189 km. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Roscommon to Arklow.

Where can I stay near Arklow?

There are 117+ hotels available in Arklow.

Roscommon to Arklow - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Roscommon to Arklow 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 Roscommon to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Arklow Methodist Chbus 2
4h 26m
€29–42
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Roscommon to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Tara Street to Arklowtrain Ic / ...
5h 2m
€23–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Longford Station to Dublin Busárasbus 23 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Tourist Officebus 2
6h 11m
€39–55
Drive 189.2 km
1. Drive from Roscommon to Arklowcar 189.2 km
2h 49m
€32–46
Train, bus via Dublin
1. Take the train from Roscommon to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Arklow Methodist Chbus 740A
4h 43m
€30–44

Roscommon to Arklow by train, tram, and bus

33Weekly Services

4h 26mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Roscommon to Arklow.

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Distance: 231.4 km
Duration: 4h 26m

What companies run services between Roscommon, Ireland and Arklow, IE-WW, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Roscommon to Tourist Office via Longford Station and Dublin Busáras in around 6h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Roscommon to Arklow via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey Street, and Tara Street in around 5h 2m.

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