The average bus between New Ross and Rathcoole takes 4h 24m and the fastest bus takes 3h 54m. The bus service runs several times per day from New Ross to Rathcoole. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run every 4 hours between New Ross and Rathcoole. The earliest departure is at 6:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from New Ross is at 8:05 PM which arrives into Rathcoole at 12:05 AM. All services require a transfer at The Clock Tower and take an average of 4h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 19m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from New Ross to Rathcoole? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from New Ross to Rathcoole. However, there are services departing from New Ross station and arriving at Rathcoole station via Red Cow Luas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.
New Ross to Rathcoole bus services, operated by Wexford Bus, depart from Waterford Bus Stn station.
New Ross to Rathcoole bus services, operated by Wexford Bus, arrive at Red Cow Luas station.
The distance between New Ross and Rathcoole is 103.6 km. The road distance is 190 km.
J.J.Kavanagh & Sons operates a bus from Waterford Bus Stn to Red Cow Luas hourly. Tickets cost €12–17 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Dublin Coach also services this route every 3 hours.