Longford is the county town of County Longford located in the Leinster region of Ireland. It serves as the largest town within the county, housing approximately one-third of its total population. As of the 2022 census, the town had a population of 10,952.
The town is situated at the intersection of the N4 and N5 roads, positioning it as a transit point for traffic traveling between Dublin and County Mayo or north County Roscommon. Additionally, Longford railway station sits on the Dublin-Sligo line and serves as a major hub for commuters.