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

The cheapest way to get from Armagh to Portlaoise is to train which costs €25 - €40 and takes 4h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Armagh to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Armagh and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Armagh to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Southern Regional College Armagh and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Dublin Airport Zone 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Armagh to Portlaoise?

The distance between Armagh and Portlaoise is 217 km. The road distance is 177.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Armagh to Portlaoise without a car is to bus which takes 3h 54m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Armagh to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Armagh to Portlaoise bus from?

Armagh to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Southern Regional College Armagh station.

Train or bus from Armagh to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Armagh to Portlaoise is to bus which takes 3h 54m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €25 - €40 and takes 4h 56m.

Where does the Armagh to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Armagh to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Airport T2 station.

Can I drive from Armagh to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Armagh to Portlaoise is 177 km. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Armagh to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 67+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

Armagh to Portlaoise - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Armagh to Portlaoise by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Southern Regional College Armagh to Dublin Airport T2X4
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Portlaoise JFL Avenue726
3h 54m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Portadown to Dublin Connolly1 Gc->Dn
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to PortlaoiseIc / ...
4h 56m
€26–37
Drive 177.3 km
1. Drive from Armagh to Portlaoise177.3 km
3h 2m
€32–45
Bus via Castleblayney
1. Take the bus from Armagh Bus Station to Hanratty's Pub69b
2. Take the bus from Castleblayney to Dublin Busáras32
3. Take the bus from George's Quay to Portlaoise JFL Avenue735
5h 43m

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Distance: 216.9 km
Duration: 3h 54m

What companies run services between Armagh, Northern Ireland and Portlaoise, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Southern Regional College Armagh to Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Dublin Airport T2 and Dublin Airport Zone 16 in around 3h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Armagh Bus Station to Portlaoise via Portadown station, Portadown, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 4h 56m.

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