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

The cheapest way to get from Roscrea to Thurles is to bus which costs €5 - €7 and takes 50 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Roscrea to Thurles is to drive which takes 29 min and costs €5 - €9.

Is there a direct bus between Roscrea and Thurles?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Roscrea Cstl St and arriving at Thurles. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct train between Roscrea and Thurles?

No, there is no direct train from Roscrea to Thurles. However, there are services departing from Roscrea and arriving at Thurles via Ballybrophy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Roscrea to Thurles?

The distance between Roscrea and Thurles is 33 km. The road distance is 32.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Roscrea to Thurles without a car is to bus which takes 50 min and costs €5 - €7.

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

The bus from Roscrea Cstl St to Thurles takes 50 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Roscrea to Thurles bus from?

Roscrea to Thurles bus services, operated by Bernard Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Roscrea Cstl St station.

Where do I catch the Roscrea to Thurles train from?

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

Train or bus from Roscrea to Thurles?

The best way to get from Roscrea to Thurles is to bus which takes 50 min and costs €5 - €7. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €6 - €10 and takes 1h 20m.

Where does the Roscrea to Thurles bus arrive?

Roscrea to Thurles bus services, operated by Bernard Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Thurles station.

Where does the Roscrea to Thurles train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Roscrea to Thurles?

Yes, the driving distance between Roscrea to Thurles is 33 km. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Roscrea to Thurles.

Where can I stay near Thurles?

There are 82+ hotels available in Thurles.

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Roscrea Cstl St to Thurlesbus 812
50 min
€5–7
Train
1. Take the train from Roscrea to Ballybrophytrain Ic
2. Take the train from Ballybrophy to Thurlestrain Re / ...
1h 20m
€7–10
Drive 32.8 km
1. Drive from Roscrea to Thurlescar 32.8 km
29 min
€6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Roscrea to Thurlestaxi 32.8 km
29 min
€55–70

Roscrea to Thurles by bus

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Distance: 33.1 km
Duration: 50 min

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

Bernard Kavanagh & Sons operates a bus from Roscrea Cstl St to Thurles twice daily. Tickets cost €8–10 and the journey takes 50 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a train from Roscrea to Thurles via Ballybrophy in around 1h 20m.

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