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

The cheapest way to get from Drogheda to Roscrea is to train and bus which costs €19 - €28 and takes 3h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Drogheda to Roscrea is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Drogheda and Roscrea?

No, there is no direct bus from Drogheda to Roscrea. However, there are services departing from Drogheda Bus and arriving at Roscrea Aby St via N Wall Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Drogheda and Roscrea?

No, there is no direct train from Drogheda to Roscrea. However, there are services departing from Drogheda and arriving at Roscrea via Connolly, Dublin Heuston and Ballybrophy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Drogheda to Roscrea?

The distance between Drogheda and Roscrea is 178 km. The road distance is 150.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Drogheda to Roscrea without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 52m and costs €19 - €28.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Drogheda to Roscrea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Drogheda to Roscrea bus from?

Drogheda to Roscrea bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Drogheda Bus station.

Where do I catch the Drogheda to Roscrea train from?

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

Train or bus from Drogheda to Roscrea?

The best way to get from Drogheda to Roscrea is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs €22 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €35 and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Drogheda to Roscrea bus arrive?

Drogheda to Roscrea bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at N Wall Quay station.

Where does the Drogheda to Roscrea train arrive?

Drogheda to Roscrea train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Drogheda to Roscrea?

Yes, the driving distance between Drogheda to Roscrea is 151 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Drogheda to Roscrea.

Where can I stay near Roscrea?

There are 46+ hotels available in Roscrea.

Drogheda to Roscrea - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 101 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Drogheda to Roscrea by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Drogheda to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Roscrea Aby Stbus 735
3h 52m
€20–28
Train
1. Take the train from Drogheda to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Ballybrophytrain Re / ...
4h 13m
€23–34
Drive 150.9 km
1. Drive from Drogheda to Roscreacar 150.9 km
2h 17m
€26–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Drogheda Bus to N Wall Quaybus 100X
2. Take the bus from N Wall Quay to Roscrea Aby Stbus 735
4h 11m
€23–34
Line 101 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from St Mary's Hospital to Terminal 2 Zone 19bus 101
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 16 to Roscrea Aby Stbus 735
4h 51m
€25–33

Drogheda to Roscrea by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 178.3 km
Duration: 3h 52m

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

You can take a train from Drogheda to Roscrea via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, Dublin Heuston, and Ballybrophy in around 4h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Drogheda Bus to Roscrea Aby St via N Wall Quay in around 4h 11m.

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