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

The cheapest way to get from Athy to Portlaoise is to bus which costs €2 - €4 and takes 30 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Athy to Portlaoise is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs €35 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Athy and Portlaoise?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Athy William Street and arriving at St Peter and P's Ch. Services depart once a week, and operate Friday. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

Is there a direct train between Athy and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct train from Athy to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Athy and arriving at Portlaoise via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Athy to Portlaoise?

The distance between Athy and Portlaoise is 23 km. The road distance is 24.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Athy to Portlaoise without a car is to bus which takes 30 min and costs €2 - €4.

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

The bus from Athy William Street to St Peter and P's Ch takes 30 min including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Athy to Portlaoise bus from?

Athy to Portlaoise bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Athy William Street station.

Where do I catch the Athy to Portlaoise train from?

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

Train or bus from Athy to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Athy to Portlaoise is to bus which takes 30 min and costs €2 - €4. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €7 - €11 and takes 59 min.

Where does the Athy to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Athy to Portlaoise bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at St Peter and P's Ch station.

Where does the Athy to Portlaoise train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athy to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Athy to Portlaoise is 25 km. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Athy to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 70+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

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

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

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1. Take the bus from Athy William Street to St Peter and P's Chbus Iw06
30 min
€2–4
Train
1. Take the train from Athy to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
59 min
€7–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Athy to Portlaoisetaxi 24.6 km
23 min
€35–45
Drive 24.6 km
1. Drive from Athy to Portlaoisecar 24.6 km
23 min
€5–7

Athy to Portlaoise by bus

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Distance: 23.1 km
Duration: 30 min

What companies run services between Athy, Ireland and Portlaoise, Ireland?

J.J.Kavanagh & Sons operates a bus from Athy William Street to St Peter and P's Ch once a week. Tickets cost €2–4 and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Athy to Portlaoise via Kildare in around 59 min.

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