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

The cheapest way to get from Roscrea to Cobh is to line 850 bus and train which costs €18 - €28 and takes 3h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Roscrea to Cobh is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Roscrea and Cobh?

No, there is no direct bus from Roscrea to Cobh. However, there are services departing from Roscrea Abbey Street and arriving at Spy Hill via Henry Street and Cork Saint Patrick's Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Roscrea and Cobh?

No, there is no direct train from Roscrea to Cobh. However, there are services departing from Roscrea and arriving at Cobh via Ballybrophy and Cork. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Roscrea to Cobh?

The distance between Roscrea and Cobh is 193 km. The road distance is 149.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Roscrea to Cobh without a car is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs €19 - €29.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Roscrea to Cobh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Roscrea to Cobh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Roscrea to Cobh train from?

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

Train or bus from Roscrea to Cobh?

The best way to get from Roscrea to Cobh is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs €19 - €29. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €35 and takes 4h 44m.

Where does the Roscrea to Cobh bus arrive?

Roscrea to Cobh bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Limerick Arthur's Quay station.

Where does the Roscrea to Cobh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Roscrea to Cobh?

Yes, the driving distance between Roscrea to Cobh is 150 km. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Roscrea to Cobh.

Where can I stay near Cobh?

There are 303+ hotels available in Cobh.

Roscrea to Cobh - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 850 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Roscrea to Cobh 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 Ballybrophy to CorkIc
3h 50m
€20–29
Line 850 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Roscrea Abbey Street to Thurles Station850
2. Take the train from Thurles to CorkIc / ...
3h 50m
€18–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Roscrea Abbey Street to Limerick Arthur's Quay735
2. Take the bus from Henry Street to Cork Anderson's Quay251
4h 44m
€23–31
Drive 149.9 km
1. Drive from Roscrea to Cobh149.9 km
1h 53m
€26–37
Bus via Nenagh
1. Take the bus from Roscrea Castle Street to Nenagh Centre854
2. Take the bus from Nenagh to Limerick Colbert Station323 / ...
3. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Cork Bus Station51
6h 52m
€20–42

Roscrea to Cobh by train

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3h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 193 km
Duration: 3h 50m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Ballybrophy to Cork 5 times a day. Tickets cost €14–20 and the journey takes 1h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Roscrea Abbey Street to Spy Hill via Limerick Arthur's Quay, Henry Street, Cork Anderson's Quay, and Cork Saint Patrick's Quay in around 4h 44m.

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