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

The cheapest way to get from Ballinamore to Portlaoise is to bus via Athlone which costs €23 - €35 and takes 5h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballinamore to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Ballinamore and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballinamore to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Ballinamore East and arriving at Portlaoise James Fintan Lalor Ave via Leitrim and Athlone TUS. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Ballinamore to Portlaoise?

The distance between Ballinamore and Portlaoise is 272 km. The road distance is 141.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballinamore to Portlaoise without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs €65 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Ballinamore to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballinamore to Portlaoise bus from?

Ballinamore to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Westlink Coaches, depart from Leitrim station.

Train or bus from Ballinamore to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Ballinamore to Portlaoise is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs €65 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus via Athlone, which costs €23 - €35 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Ballinamore to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Ballinamore to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Westlink Coaches, arrive at TUS North Gate station.

Can I drive from Ballinamore to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballinamore to Portlaoise is 142 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Ballinamore to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 64+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

Ballinamore to Portlaoise - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Ballinamore 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 Carrick On Shannon to Dublin Connollytrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Portlaoisetrain Re / ...
4h 16m
€66–85
Bus via Athlone
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leitrim to TUS North Gatebus Ul06
2. Take the bus from Athlone TUS to Portlaoise James Fintan Lalor Avebus 10062 / ...
5h 20m
€23–35
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ballinamore to Cavan Bus Stationbus 929
2. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Station to Dublin Busárasbus
3. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Portlaoisetrain Re / ...
4h 59m
Drive 141.7 km
1. Drive from Ballinamore to Portlaoisecar 141.7 km
2h 1m
€24–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballinamore to Carrick-on-Shannonbus 564
2. Take the bus from Longford Station to Portlaoise JFL Avenuebus 73
5h 52m
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the bus from Ballinamore to Cavan Bus Stationbus 929
2. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Station to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19bus 30
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Portlaoise JFL Avenuebus 726
5h 55m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ballinamore to Portlaoise.

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Distance: 271.6 km
Duration: 4h 16m

What companies run services between Ballinamore, IE-LM, Ireland and Portlaoise, Ireland?

You can take a vehicle from Ballinamore to Portlaoise via Carrick On Shannon, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 4h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballinamore East to Portlaoise James Fintan Lalor Ave via Leitrim, TUS North Gate, and Athlone TUS in around 5h 20m.

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