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New Ross

Leinster, Ireland · Europe

About New Ross

New Ross is worth a stop: 20 minutes from Graiguenamanagh, 42km from Copper Coast Geopark.

New Ross is a town located in Leinster, Ireland. With a population of 8,040, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, New Ross sits in Ireland, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/Dublin time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add New Ross to your route.

About New Ross

New Ross (Irish: Ros Mhic Thriúin, formerly Ros Mhic Treoin) is a town in southwest County Wexford, Ireland, on the River Barrow on the border with County Kilkenny, 20 kilometres (12 mi) northeast of Waterford. In 2022, it had a population of 8,610, making it the fourth-largest town in the county.

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New Ross offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is New Ross located?

New Ross is located in Leinster, Ireland, Europe. The coordinates are 52.3967 latitude, -6.9367 longitude.

What is the population of New Ross?

New Ross has a population of approximately 8,040 people, making it a town in Ireland.

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Quick Information

Population
8,040
Continent
Europe
Country
Ireland
Region
Leinster
Timezone
Europe/Dublin
Coordinates
52.3967, -6.9367

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Ireland

Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire
999
All emergencies
112
Driving side
left
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Worth the detour from New Ross

3 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Dunmore East

Picturesque fishing village on the Waterford coast with red sandstone cliffs, sheltered coves and a charming harbour.

28 km · about 30 min drive

landmark

Hook Head Lighthouse

One of the oldest operational lighthouses in the world, guiding ships for over 800 years at the tip of the Hook Peninsula in Wexford.

30 km · about 35 min drive

coastal drive

Copper Coast Geopark

A UNESCO Global Geopark along the R675 in Waterford, with coves and cliffs formed from old volcanic and mining ground.

42 km · about 50 min drive

Driving roads near New Ross

  • 42 kmCopper Coast GeoparkA UNESCO Global Geopark along the R675 in Waterford, with coves and cliffs formed from old volcanic and mining ground.
  • 70 kmThe VeeV-shaped hairpin pass on the R668 climbing to 610m through the Knockmealdown Gap between Clogheen and Lismore, ablaze with rhododendron in late May. Overlooks Bay Lough and the Golden Vale patchwork below.
  • 71 kmVale of AvocaA wooded river valley on the R752 in Wicklow at the meeting of the Avonmore and Avonbeg rivers.
  • 79 kmWicklow GapHigh mountain pass on the R756 across the Wicklow Mountains between Hollywood and Glendalough, following the medieval pilgrims' route of St Kevin's Road through wild granite moorland.

Driving in Ireland

Drives on
the left
Petrol
~€1.78/litre
Motorway tolls
~€2.10/100km

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near New Ross.

Graiguenamanagh

🇮🇪 Ireland

16 km awayPop. 1,475

Waterford

🇮🇪 Ireland

19 km awayPop. 53,504

Thomastown

🇮🇪 Ireland

20 km awayPop. 2,445

Mooncoin

🇮🇪 Ireland

24 km awayPop. 1,175

Dunmore East

🇮🇪 Ireland

28 km awayPop. 1,808

Piltown

🇮🇪 Ireland

28 km awayPop. 1,187

Enniscorthy

🇮🇪 Ireland

28 km awayPop. 9,709

Portlaw

🇮🇪 Ireland

29 km awayPop. 1,696

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