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

The cheapest way to get from Athy to Portlaoise is to drive which costs €4 - €7 and takes 22 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 22 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 Saint Peter and Paul's Church. 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 1h 22m.

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 €7 - €10.

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

The bus from Athy William Street to Saint Peter and Paul's Church 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 €7 - €10. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €7 - €11 and takes 1h 22m.

Where does the Athy to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Athy to Portlaoise bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Saint Peter and Paul's Church 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 22 min to drive from Athy to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 66+ 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Athy William Street to Saint Peter and Paul's ChurchIw06
30 min
€7–10
Drive 24.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Athy to Portlaoise24.6 km
22 min
€5–7
Train
1. Take the train from Athy to KildareRe / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to PortlaoiseIc / ...
1h 22m
€7–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Athy to Portlaoise24.6 km
22 min
€35–45

Athy to Portlaoise by bus

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30 minAverage Duration

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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 Saint Peter and Paul's Church once a week. Tickets cost €7–10 and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Athy to Portlaoise via Kildare in around 1h 22m.

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