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 45m.

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 €20 - €30.

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 Athy via Athlone and Kildare Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

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 45m.

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 45m and costs €13 - €20.

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

It takes approximately 2h 45m 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 Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Athlone 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 45m and costs €13 - €20. Alternatively, you can bus and line 883 bus, which costs and takes 4h 48m.

Where does the Roscommon to Athy bus arrive?

Roscommon to Athy bus services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Kildare 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 142+ hotels available in Athy.

Roscommon to Athy - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 883 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 Kildaretrain Re
2h 45m
€13–19
Bus, line 883 bus
1. Take the bus from Athlone to Kildarebus 831
2. Take the bus from Kildare Station to Athybus 883 / ...
4h 48m
Drive 123.5 km
1. Drive from Roscommon to Athycar 123.5 km
1h 43m
€21–30
Train, line 883 bus
1. Take the train from Roscommon to Kildaretrain Re
2. Take the bus from Kildare Station to Athybus 883 / ...
3h 6m

Roscommon to Athy by train

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2h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 134.3 km
Duration: 2h 45m

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 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Roscommon to Athy via Athlone Station, Athlone, Kildare, and Kildare Station in around 4h 48m.

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