By bike
Taking a bike is another popular method of travelling to and through Roundwood. Although no separate cycling paths exist along the way, the public roads to Roundwood from both Bray and Glendalough are particularly picturesque. Due to one or two steep climbs the cycle can be moderately challenging at times. Travelling from Bray there are two steep hills early on, however once these overcome the rest of the journey is a gentle cycle on the flat. The village is within a few hours of Bray and acts as a perfect stop-off point for cyclists to Glendalough.
By car
The most convenient way of reaching Roundwood is by car. It is on the R755 road which is part of the main route between Dublin to Glendalough in the Wicklow Mountains. Travellers from Dublin should take the N11 in the direction of Wexford & take the R755 turn-off at Kilmacanogue.
By bus
Roundwood is served by the privately owned St. Kevins Bus Service (http://www.glendaloughbus.com), which runs twice-daily between Dublin, Bray & Glendalough. Buses cost â¬13 one-way, â¬20 return and offer a fast reliable service which takes roughly 1 hour from Dawson Street in Dublin City Centre. The route takes in some of Wicklow's most breathtaking scenery and is highly recommended on a summers day.
On foot
Roundwood is located mid-way along the famous Wicklow Way walking route and is therefore an ideal stop off for hikers in the Garden County. Hikers looking to stop off in Roundwood as part of their Wicklow Way journey should consult sheet number 56 of the Irish Ordinance Survey maps.