The average train between Portlaoise and Lisburn takes 4h 30m and the fastest train takes 3h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Portlaoise to Lisburn. 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 4 hours between Portlaoise and Lisburn. The earliest departure is at 5:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Portlaoise is at 10:30 PM which arrives into Lisburn at 8:04 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 4h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Portlaoise to Lisburn? 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 Lisburn. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise station and arriving at Lisburn station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.
Portlaoise to Lisburn train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Portlaoise station.
Portlaoise to Lisburn train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Portadown station.
The distance between Portlaoise and Lisburn is 185.3 km. The road distance is 253 km.
You can take a train from Portlaoise to Lisburn via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, Dublin Connolly, and Portadown in around 4h 25m.