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

The cheapest way to get from Roscrea to Athlone is to bus which costs €9 - €12 and takes 1h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Roscrea to Athlone is to drive which takes 48 min and costs €10 - €16.

Is there a direct bus between Roscrea and Athlone?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Roscrea Aby St and arriving at Golden Island. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Roscrea and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Roscrea to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Roscrea and arriving at Athlone via Ballybrophy, Portlaoise and Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Roscrea to Athlone?

The distance between Roscrea and Athlone is 67 km. The road distance is 61.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Roscrea to Athlone without a car is to bus via Athlone TUS which takes 1h 38m and costs €8 - €14.

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

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Roscrea to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Roscrea to Athlone bus from?

Roscrea to Athlone bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Laois Offaly, depart from Roscrea Castle Street station.

Where do I catch the Roscrea to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Roscrea to Athlone?

The best way to get from Roscrea to Athlone is to bus via Athlone TUS which takes 1h 38m and costs €8 - €14. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €13 - €22 and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Roscrea to Athlone bus arrive?

Roscrea to Athlone bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Laois Offaly, arrive at Athlone TUS station.

Where does the Roscrea to Athlone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Roscrea to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Roscrea to Athlone is 62 km. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Roscrea to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 72+ hotels available in Athlone.

Roscrea to Athlone - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Bus via Athlone TUS
best
1. Take the bus from Roscrea Castle Street to Athlone TUSbus 907
1h 38m
€9–13
Train
1. Take the train from Roscrea to Ballybrophytrain Ic
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
3h 20m
€14–22
Drive 61.5 km
1. Drive from Roscrea to Athlonecar 61.5 km
48 min
€11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Roscrea to Athlonetaxi 61.5 km
48 min
€100–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from Roscrea Aby St to Golden Islandbus 850
1h 56m
€9–12

Roscrea to Athlone by train

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3h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 66.8 km
Duration: 1h 38m

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

TFI Local Link Laois Offaly operates a bus from Roscrea Castle Street to Athlone TUS 5 times a week. Tickets cost €7–10 and the journey takes 1h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Roscrea to Athlone via Ballybrophy, Portlaoise, and Portarlington in around 3h 20m.

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