The average train between Portlaoise and Londonderry takes 7h 28m and the fastest train takes 6h 2m. There is a train service every few hours from Portlaoise to Londonderry. 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 hourly between Portlaoise and Londonderry. 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 Londonderry at 10:22 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 7h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Portlaoise to Londonderry? 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 Londonderry. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise station and arriving at Londonderry station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.
Portlaoise to Londonderry train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Portlaoise station.
Portlaoise to Londonderry train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Derry-Londonderry station.
The distance between Portlaoise and Londonderry is 218.4 km. The road distance is 417 km.
You can take a train from Portlaoise to Derry-Londonderry via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, Dublin Connolly, and Belfast Great Central in around 7h 14m.