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 Buscentre, Europa Bus Centre and George's Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 47m.

How far is it from Ballycastle to Portlaoise?

The distance between Ballycastle and Portlaoise is 364 km. The road distance is 307.6 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 which takes 6h 45m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 45m 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 Buscentre 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 67+ 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
best
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Ballymena Buscentrebus 131 / ...
2. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Great Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain
4. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Portlaoisetrain Re / ...
6h 45m
Drive 307.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballycastle to Portlaoisecar 307.6 km
3h 49m
€55–79
Bus
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Ballymena Buscentrebus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ballymena Buscentre to High Streetbus 218 / ...
3. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotelbus
4. Take the bus from George's Quay to Portlaoise JFL Avenuebus 735
8h 47m
Bus, train via Newbridge
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Ballymena Buscentrebus 131 / ...
2. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Great Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 12 to Dublin Busaras Bus Stationbus X1
4. Take the bus from Connolly Station to Toughers Ind Estatebus 126
5. Take the bus from Toughers Ind Estate to Portlaoise JFL Avenuebus 726
8h 58m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ballycastle to Portlaoise.

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Distance: 364.1 km
Duration: 6h 45m

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 Buscentre, High Street, Europa Bus Centre, The Gresham Hotel, and George's Quay in around 8h 47m.

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