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 €21 - €35 and takes 4h 3m.

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 3m and costs €30 - €50.

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 George's Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Armagh to Portlaoise?

The distance between Armagh and Portlaoise is 243 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 train which takes 4h 3m and costs €21 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m 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 train which takes 4h 3m and costs €21 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Armagh to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Armagh to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Busaras Bus Station.

Can I drive from Armagh to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Armagh to Portlaoise is 177 km. It takes approximately 3h 3m 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 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 Portadown to Dublin Connollytrain Belfast Great Central - Dublin Connolly
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Portlaoisetrain Re / ...
4h 3m
€22–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Regional College Armagh to Dublin Busaras Bus Stationbus X4
2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Portlaoise JFL Avenuebus 735
4h 30m
Drive 177.3 km
1. Drive from Armagh to Portlaoisecar 177.3 km
3h 3m
€32–46
Bus via Castleblayney
1. Take the bus from Armagh Bus Station to Hanratty's Pubbus 69b
2. Take the bus from Castleblayney to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19bus 32
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Portlaoise Hospitalbus 726
6h 16m

Armagh to Portlaoise by bus, train, and tram

120Weekly Services

4h 3mAverage Duration

€22Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Armagh to Portlaoise.

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Distance: 242.7 km
Duration: 4h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Armagh Bus Station to Portlaoise via Portadown Train Station [bus stop], Portadown, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 4h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Southern Regional College Armagh to Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Dublin Busaras Bus Station and George's Quay in around 4h 30m.

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