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

The cheapest way to get from Roscrea to Athy is to drive which costs €10 - €16 and takes 54 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Roscrea to Athy is to drive which takes 54 min and costs €10 - €16.

Is there a direct bus between Roscrea and Athy?

No, there is no direct bus from Roscrea to Athy. However, there are services departing from Roscrea Abbey Street and arriving at Mulgrave Street via Saint Peter and Paul's Church. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Roscrea and Athy?

No, there is no direct train from Roscrea to Athy. However, there are services departing from Roscrea and arriving at Athy via Ballybrophy and Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Roscrea to Athy?

The distance between Roscrea and Athy is 63 km. The road distance is 62.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Roscrea to Athy without a car is to bus which takes 2h 6m and costs €11 - €17.

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

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Roscrea to Athy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Roscrea to Athy bus from?

Roscrea to Athy bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Roscrea Abbey Street station.

Where do I catch the Roscrea to Athy train from?

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

Train or bus from Roscrea to Athy?

The best way to get from Roscrea to Athy is to bus which takes 2h 6m and costs €11 - €17. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €11 - €18 and takes 3h 18m.

Where does the Roscrea to Athy bus arrive?

Roscrea to Athy bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Portlaoise JFL Avenue station.

Where does the Roscrea to Athy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Roscrea to Athy?

Yes, the driving distance between Roscrea to Athy is 63 km. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Roscrea to Athy.

Where can I stay near Athy?

There are 136+ hotels available in Athy.

Roscrea to Athy - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Roscrea to Athy by bus, train, car, or taxi

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Roscrea Abbey Street to Portlaoise JFL Avenuebus 735
2. Take the bus from Saint Peter and Paul's Church to Mulgrave Streetbus Iw06
2h 6m
€12–16
Drive 62.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Roscrea to Athycar 62.9 km
54 min
€11–16
Train
1. Take the train from Roscrea to Ballybrophytrain Ic
2. Take the train from Ballybrophy to Kildaretrain Re / ...
3. Take the train from Kildare to Athytrain Re / ...
3h 18m
€12–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Roscrea to Athytaxi 62.9 km
54 min
€100–130

Roscrea to Athy by bus and foot

1Weekly Services

2h 6mAverage Duration

€12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 63 km
Duration: 2h 6m

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

You can take a bus from Roscrea Abbey Street to Mulgrave Street via Portlaoise JFL Avenue and Saint Peter and Paul's Church in around 2h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Roscrea to Athy via Ballybrophy and Kildare in around 3h 18m.

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