The average train between Portlaoise and Northern Ireland takes 4h 28m and the fastest train takes 3h 46m. The train service runs several times per day from Portlaoise to Northern Ireland. 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 3 hours between Portlaoise and Northern Ireland. 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 Northern Ireland at 7:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 4h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Portlaoise to Northern Ireland? 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 Northern Ireland. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise station and arriving at Northern Ireland station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.
Portlaoise to Northern Ireland train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Portlaoise station.
Portlaoise to Northern Ireland train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.
The distance between Portlaoise and Northern Ireland is 174 km. The road distance is 265 km.
You can take a train from Portlaoise to Belfast Grand Central via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, and Dublin Connolly in around 4h 12m.