| Duration | 48 min |
| Distance | 33.3 km |
| Average price | €5 |
| Frequency | 10/day |
Trip overview
The average bus between Portlaoise and Tullamore takes 48 min and the fastest bus takes 35 min. The bus service runs several times per day from Portlaoise to Tullamore. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Portlaoise to Tullamore bus times
Buses run every three hours between Portlaoise and Tullamore.
The earliest departure is at 07:15 in the morning, and the last departure from Portlaoise is at 21:55 which arrives into Tullamore at 22:45.
All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 48 min.
The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Departing Monday, November 17, 2025
Frequently asked questions
Want to know about travelling from Portlaoise to Tullamore? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport?, What is the quickest option?, How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Tullamore?
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Portlaoise JFL Avenue and arriving at Tullamore Hospital. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.
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How far is it from Portlaoise to Tullamore?
The distance between Portlaoise and Tullamore is 35 km. The road distance is 33.3 km.
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Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Tullamore bus from?
Portlaoise to Tullamore bus services, operated by Slieve Bloom Coach Tours, depart from Portlaoise JFL Avenue station.
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Where does the Portlaoise to Tullamore bus arrive?
Portlaoise to Tullamore bus services, operated by Slieve Bloom Coach Tours, arrive at Tullamore Hospital station.
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Where can I stay near Tullamore?
There are 63+ hotels available in Tullamore.
More detailsWhat companies run services between Portlaoise and Tullamore?
Slieve Bloom Coach Tours operates a bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Tullamore Hospital every 4 hours. Tickets cost €6 - €10 and the journey takes 50 min. Two other operators also service this route.
Bus operators
Slieve Bloom Coach Tours
Ave. Duration
50 min
Frequency
Every 4 hours
Estimated price
€6 - €10
- Phone
- 05786-24416
- slievebloomcoaches@live.com
- Website
- slievebloomcoaches.ie
Bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Tullamore Hospital
- Ave. Duration
- 50 min
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €6 - €10
- Website
- Slieve Bloom Coach Tours
Bus Éireann
Ave. Duration
42 min
Frequency
Twice daily
Estimated price
€6 - €9
- Phone
- +353 1 836 6111
- Website
- buseireann.ie
Bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Tullamore
- Ave. Duration
- 42 min
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €6 - €9
- Website
- https://www.buseireann.ie/
TFI Local Link Laois Offaly
Ave. Duration
50 min
Frequency
5 times a week
Estimated price
€4 - €6
- Phone
- +353-57-8692168
- lo@locallink.ie
- Website
- locallinklaoisoffaly.ie
Bus from Port Laoise to Tullamore
- Ave. Duration
- 50 min
- Frequency
- 5 times a week
- Estimated price
- €4 - €6
- Website
- https://locallinklaoisoffaly.ie/
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