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

The cheapest way to get from Roscrea to Cobh is to bus which costs €19 - €27 and takes 4h 45m.

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 Aby St and arriving at Spy Hill via Henry Street and Cork Patrick's Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

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 38m.

How far is it from Roscrea to Cobh?

The distance between Roscrea and Cobh is 179 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 line 850 bus and train which takes 3h 14m and costs €19 - €29.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m 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 Aby St 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 bus which takes 4h 45m and costs €19 - €27. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €19 - €29 and takes 3h 38m.

Where does the Roscrea to Cobh bus arrive?

Roscrea to Cobh bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Limerick Arthurs Qy 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 380+ hotels available in Cobh.

Roscrea to Cobh - 4 ways to travel via train, line 850 bus, bus, and car

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

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Line 850 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Roscrea Aby St to Thurles Stationbus 850
2. Take the train from Thurles to Corktrain Ic / ...
3h 14m
€19–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Roscrea Aby St to Limerick Arthurs Qybus 735
2. Take the bus from Henry Street to Cork Andersn's Quaybus 251
4h 45m
€19–26
Drive 149.9 km
1. Drive from Roscrea to Cobhcar 149.9 km
1h 53m
€26–37
Train
1. Take the train from Ballybrophy to Corktrain 216 / ...
3h 38m
€20–29

Roscrea to Cobh by bus and train

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3h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 179.4 km
Duration: 3h 14m

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

You can take a bus from Roscrea Aby St to Spy Hill via Limerick Arthurs Qy, Henry Street, Cork Andersn's Quay, and Cork Patrick's Quay in around 4h 45m. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Ballybrophy to Cork every 3 hours. Tickets cost €14–20 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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