What is the cheapest way to get from Ardrahan to Portlaoise?

The cheapest way to get from Ardrahan to Portlaoise is to train which costs €16 - €25 and takes 3h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ardrahan to Portlaoise?

The fastest way to get from Ardrahan to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs €20 - €30.

Is there a direct bus between Ardrahan and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Ardrahan to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Ardrahan and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Ave via Up G Griffin St and Limerick Arthurs Qy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Ardrahan and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct train from Ardrahan to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Ardrahan and arriving at Portlaoise via Athenry and Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Ardrahan to Portlaoise?

The distance between Ardrahan and Portlaoise is 154 km. The road distance is 122.5 km.

How do I travel from Ardrahan to Portlaoise without a car?

The best way to get from Ardrahan to Portlaoise without a car is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs €16 - €25.

How long does it take to get from Ardrahan to Portlaoise?

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Ardrahan to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ardrahan to Portlaoise bus from?

Ardrahan to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Ardrahan station.

Where do I catch the Ardrahan to Portlaoise train from?

Ardrahan to Portlaoise train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Athenry station.

Train or bus from Ardrahan to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Ardrahan to Portlaoise is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs €16 - €25. Alternatively, you can bus via Limerick, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 4h 53m.

Where does the Ardrahan to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Ardrahan to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Limerick Colbert station.

Where does the Ardrahan to Portlaoise train arrive?

Ardrahan to Portlaoise train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Portarlington station.

Can I drive from Ardrahan to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Ardrahan to Portlaoise is 122 km. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Ardrahan to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 67+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

Ardrahan to Portlaoise - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Ardrahan to Portlaoise by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Athenry to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
3h 37m
€16–24
Bus via Limerick
1. Take the bus from Ardrahan to Limerick Colbertbus 51
2. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Portlaoise JFL Avebus 735
4h 53m
€30–43
Drive 122.5 km
1. Drive from Ardrahan to Portlaoisecar 122.5 km
1h 49m
€21–30
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ardrahan to Galway Ceanntbus 51
2. Take the train from Galway to Portarlingtontrain Ic / ...
4h 18m
€19–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Birrbus 844
2. Take the bus from Birr to Portlaoise JFL Avebus 823
5h 20m
€19–35

Ardrahan to Portlaoise by train

34Weekly Trains

3h 37mAverage Duration

€16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 153.6 km
Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between Ardrahan, IE-G, Ireland and Portlaoise, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Athenry to Portarlington every 3 hours. Tickets cost €11–16 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ardrahan to Portlaoise JFL Ave via Limerick Colbert, Up G Griffin St, Sarsfield St, and Limerick Arthurs Qy in around 4h 53m.

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