Getting Here

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Providing travel routes, transport options, directions, and useful guidance for reaching County Longford conveniently today.

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County Longford is conveniently located in the centre of the Midlands and in the heart of Ireland. Only 1 hour 30 minutes by car from Dublin and just over an hour from Ireland West Airport, County Longford is easy to get to and you won’t want to leave!

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By Car

County Longford is centrally located on the N4 national primary road which serves Dublin to Sligo, and on the N5 from Dublin to Mayo. 

By Rail

County Longford is served by the Dublin to Sligo railway line, which includes two stations: Longford town station and Edgeworthstown station. For up-to-date train schedules and ticket information, visit the IrishRail.ie

By Bus

Bus Éireann operates several routes that include stops in County Longford. These routes are:

  • Route 22: Dublin to Ballina, stopping in Edgeworthstown and Longford town
  • Route 23: Dublin to Sligo, stopping in Edgeworthstown, Longford town and Newtownforbes
  • Route 65: Galway to Cavan, stopping in Lanesborough, Longford town, Edgeworthstown and Granard
  • Route 73: Waterford to Athlone, stopping in Ballymahon and Longford Town
  • Route 425: Galway to Longford, with several stops in County Longford
  • Route 451: Ballina to Longford, serving areas in County Longford
  • Route 463: Calligallen to Longford, with stops across County Longford
  • Route 466: Athlone to Cavan, with stops in Ballymahon, Keenagh, Longford town, Edgeworthstown and Granard
  • Route 467: Longford to Lanesbrough, with stops across County Longford
  • Route 469: Sligo to Longford, with stops across County Longford

For the most up-to-date timetable and specific stop information visit BusÉireann.ie

County Longford is also served by the Local Link bus services which connect rural areas across Ireland. These routes include the 426 bus which operates between Roscommon and Longford station, stopping at Lanesborough, Cloonfiugh, Killashee, Ballymacormick and Longford station. For the most up-to-date schedules, route maps and booking information, visit the TFI Local Link section of the Transport for Ireland website.

By Boat, Bike or On Foot

The Royal Canal and its Greenway stretches from Dublin to County Longford, making it an ideal location for those looking to see beautiful scenery on their journey by boat, bicycle or, even on foot! The River Shannon also touches County Longford, including at Lanesborough, making it an ideal location for those who like to get around by boat.

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Experience Longford

Discover Longford's attractions like the Museum, Craft Shop, and Café, or enjoy a film at the Cinema. Check out the Heritage Walking Trail and Playground, ideal for families, plus the Community Centre with year-round events.