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 54m.

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 Avenue via Limerick Arthur's Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

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 54m.

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 54m and costs €16 - €25.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m 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 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 54m and costs €16 - €25. Alternatively, you can bus via Limerick, which costs €21 - €35 and takes 4h 51m.

Where does the Ardrahan to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Ardrahan to Portlaoise bus services, operated by 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 - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 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 PortarlingtonIc / ...
3h 54m
€16–24
Bus via Limerick
1. Take the bus from Ardrahan to Limerick Colbert Station51
2. Take the bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Portlaoise JFL Avenue735
4h 51m
€22–31
Drive 122.5 km
1. Drive from Ardrahan to Portlaoise122.5 km
1h 49m
€21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Birr844
2. Take the bus from Birr to Portlaoise JFL Avenue823
5h 15m
€19–35

Ardrahan to Portlaoise by train

35Weekly Trains

3h 54mAverage Duration

€16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 153.6 km
Duration: 3h 54m

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 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ardrahan to Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Limerick Colbert Station and Limerick Arthur's Quay in around 4h 51m.

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