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

The cheapest way to get from Roscommon to Athy is to train which costs €13 - €20 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Roscommon to Athy is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Roscommon and Athy?

No, there is no direct bus from Roscommon to Athy. However, there are services departing from Roscommon and arriving at Mulgrave Street via Athlone Station and Saint Peter and Paul's Church. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Roscommon and Athy?

No, there is no direct train from Roscommon to Athy. However, there are services departing from Roscommon and arriving at Athy via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Roscommon to Athy?

The distance between Roscommon and Athy is 134 km. The road distance is 123.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Roscommon to Athy without a car is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs €13 - €20.

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Roscommon to Athy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Roscommon to Athy bus from?

Roscommon to Athy bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Roscommon station.

Where do I catch the Roscommon to Athy train from?

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

Train or bus from Roscommon to Athy?

The best way to get from Roscommon to Athy is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs €13 - €20. Alternatively, you can line 440 bus and bus, which costs €21 - €35 and takes 4h 36m.

Where does the Roscommon to Athy bus arrive?

Roscommon to Athy bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Athlone Station.

Where does the Roscommon to Athy train arrive?

Roscommon to Athy train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Kildare station.

Can I drive from Roscommon to Athy?

Yes, the driving distance between Roscommon to Athy is 123 km. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Roscommon to Athy.

Where can I stay near Athy?

There are 138+ hotels available in Athy.

Roscommon to Athy - 4 ways to travel via train, line 440 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Roscommon to Athy 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
best
1. Take the train from Roscommon to KildareIc / ...
2h 42m
€13–19
Line 440 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Roscommon to Athlone Station440 / ...
2. Take the bus from Athlone Station to Portlaoise JFL Avenue73
4h 36m
€22–31
Drive 123.5 km
1. Drive from Roscommon to Athy123.5 km
1h 43m
€21–31
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Roscommon to KildareIc / ...
2. Take the bus from Kildare Station to Leinster Street883
3h 4m

Roscommon to Athy by train

6Weekly Trains

2h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 134.3 km
Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between Roscommon, Ireland and Athy, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Roscommon to Kildare 6 times a week. Tickets cost €10–15 and the journey takes 1h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Roscommon to Mulgrave Street via Athlone Station, Portlaoise JFL Avenue, and Saint Peter and Paul's Church in around 4h 36m.

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