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

The cheapest way to get from Balbriggan to Portlaoise is to train which costs €13 - €20 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balbriggan to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs €19 - €29.

Is there a direct bus between Balbriggan and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Balbriggan to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Balbriggan Comm Cen and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Dublin Airport Zone 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Balbriggan and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct train from Balbriggan to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Balbriggan and arriving at Portlaoise via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Balbriggan to Portlaoise?

The distance between Balbriggan and Portlaoise is 119 km. The road distance is 117.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Balbriggan to Portlaoise without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs €13 - €20.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Balbriggan to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balbriggan to Portlaoise bus from?

Balbriggan to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Balbriggan Comm Cen station.

Where do I catch the Balbriggan to Portlaoise train from?

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

Train or bus from Balbriggan to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Balbriggan to Portlaoise is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs €13 - €20. Alternatively, you can line 101 bus and bus via Dublin Airport Zone 16, which costs €15 - €24 and takes 3h 13m.

Where does the Balbriggan to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Balbriggan to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19 station.

Where does the Balbriggan to Portlaoise train arrive?

Balbriggan to Portlaoise train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Balbriggan to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Balbriggan to Portlaoise is 117 km. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Balbriggan to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 67+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

Balbriggan to Portlaoise - 5 ways to travel via train, line 101 bus, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Balbriggan 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 Balbriggan to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to PortlaoiseIc / ...
2h 46m
€13–20
Line 101 bus, bus via Dublin Airport Zone 16
1. Take the bus from Balbriggan Comm Cen to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19101
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Portlaoise JFL Avenue726
3h 13m
€15–23
Drive 117.4 km
1. Drive from Balbriggan to Portlaoise117.4 km
1h 16m
€20–29
Line 101 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Balbriggan Comm Cen to Dublin Busáras101
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to PortlaoiseIc / ...
3h 20m
€15–23
Line 101 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Balbriggan Comm Cen to Dublin Busáras101
2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Portlaoise JFL Avenue735
4h 5m
€16–23

Balbriggan to Portlaoise by train and tram

201Weekly Services

2h 46mAverage Duration

€13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 119.3 km
Duration: 2h 46m

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

You can take a train from Balbriggan to Portlaoise via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 2h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Balbriggan Comm Cen to Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19 and Dublin Airport Zone 16 in around 3h 13m.

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