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

The cheapest way to get from Ballycastle to Portlaoise is to drive which costs €50 - €80 and takes 3h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballycastle to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Ballycastle and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballycastle to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Market Street and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Ballymena Bus Station, Grand Central Station Durham Street and Dublin Airport Zone 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.

How far is it from Ballycastle to Portlaoise?

The distance between Ballycastle and Portlaoise is 373 km. The road distance is 308 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballycastle to Portlaoise without a car is to bus and train via Dublin which takes 7h 26m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 26m to get from Ballycastle to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballycastle to Portlaoise bus from?

Ballycastle to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Market Street station.

Where does the Ballycastle to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Ballycastle to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Ballymena Bus Station.

Can I drive from Ballycastle to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballycastle to Portlaoise is 308 km. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Ballycastle to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 66+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Ballycastle to Portlaoise by bus, train, 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, train via Dublin
best
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Ballymena Bus Station131 / ...
2. Take the train from Ballymena to Great Victoria Street
3. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Dublin Connolly
4. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to PortlaoiseIc / ...
7h 26m
Drive 308 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballycastle to Portlaoise308 km
3h 49m
€55–79
Bus
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Ballymena Bus Station131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus Station to High Street218 / ...
3. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Durham Street to Dublin Airport Zone 14785
4. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Portlaoise JFL Avenue726
7h 32m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Ballymena Bus Station131 / ...
2. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Grand Central0
3. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 to Dublin Busaras Bus StationX1
4. Take the bus from George's Quay to Portlaoise JFL Avenue735
8h 27m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 372.8 km
Duration: 7h 26m

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

You can take a bus from Market Street to Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Ballymena Bus Station, High Street, Grand Central Station Durham Street, Dublin Airport Zone 14, and Dublin Airport Zone 16 in around 7h 32m.

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