The average train between Portlaoise and Dunboyne takes 2h 46m and the fastest train takes 2h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Portlaoise to Dunboyne. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Portlaoise and Dunboyne. The earliest departure is at 5:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Portlaoise is at 9:30 PM which arrives into Dunboyne at 12:04 AM. All services require a transfer at Cherry Orchard and take an average of 2h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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3h 6m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Portlaoise to Dunboyne? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Portlaoise to Dunboyne. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise station and arriving at Dunboyne station via Cherry Orchard. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.
Portlaoise to Dunboyne train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Portlaoise station.
Portlaoise to Dunboyne train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Clonsilla station.
The distance between Portlaoise and Dunboyne is 69.6 km. The road distance is 102 km.
You can take a train from Portlaoise to Dunboyne via Cherry Orchard, Drumcondra, and Clonsilla in around 2h 30m.