What is the cheapest way to get from Waterford to Roscommon?

The cheapest way to get from Waterford to Roscommon is to train which costs €22 - €35 and takes 4h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterford to Roscommon?

The fastest way to get from Waterford to Roscommon is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Waterford and Roscommon?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterford to Roscommon. However, there are services departing from Waterford Bus Stn and arriving at Athlone Stn via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Waterford and Roscommon?

No, there is no direct train from Waterford to Roscommon. However, there are services departing from Waterford and arriving at Roscommon via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Waterford to Roscommon?

The distance between Waterford and Roscommon is 241 km. The road distance is 193.2 km.

How do I travel from Waterford to Roscommon without a car?

The best way to get from Waterford to Roscommon without a car is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs €22 - €35.

How long does it take to get from Waterford to Roscommon?

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Waterford to Roscommon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterford to Roscommon bus from?

Waterford to Roscommon bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Waterford Bus Stn station.

Where do I catch the Waterford to Roscommon train from?

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

Train or bus from Waterford to Roscommon?

The best way to get from Waterford to Roscommon is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs €22 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Waterford to Roscommon bus arrive?

Waterford to Roscommon bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Athlone Stn station.

Where does the Waterford to Roscommon train arrive?

Waterford to Roscommon train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Kildare station.

Can I drive from Waterford to Roscommon?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterford to Roscommon is 193 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Waterford to Roscommon.

Where can I stay near Roscommon?

There are 52+ hotels available in Roscommon.

Waterford to Roscommon - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Waterford to Roscommon by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Waterford to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Roscommontrain Re / ...
4h 10m
€22–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Stn to Athlone Stnbus 73
5h 26m
€33–46
Drive 193.2 km
1. Drive from Waterford to Roscommoncar 193.2 km
2h 39m
€33–48
Bus via Carlow
1. Take the bus from Parnell Street to Carlow Bus Stnbus 736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Athlone Stnbus 73
5h 54m
€39–55

Waterford to Roscommon by train

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Distance: 241.4 km
Duration: 4h 10m

What companies run services between Waterford, Ireland and Roscommon, Ireland?

You can take a train from Waterford to Roscommon via Kildare in around 4h 10m. Alternatively, Bus Éireann operates a bus from Waterford Bus Stn to Athlone Stn twice daily. Tickets cost €30–40 and the journey takes 4h 6m.

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