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

The cheapest way to get from Ballyfermot to Portlaoise is to train which costs €7 - €11 and takes 1h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballyfermot to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 53 min and costs €13 - €20.

Is there a direct bus between Ballyfermot and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballyfermot to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Ballyfermot Parade and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Red Cow Luas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Ballyfermot and Portlaoise?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cherry Orchard and arriving at Portlaoise. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from Ballyfermot to Portlaoise?

The distance between Ballyfermot and Portlaoise is 76 km. The road distance is 80.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballyfermot to Portlaoise without a car is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs €7 - €11.

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

The train from Cherry Orchard to Portlaoise takes 1h 4m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Ballyfermot to Portlaoise bus from?

Ballyfermot to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Red Cow Luas station.

Where do I catch the Ballyfermot to Portlaoise train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballyfermot to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Ballyfermot to Portlaoise is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs €7 - €11. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €11 - €17 and takes 2h 27m.

Where does the Ballyfermot to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Ballyfermot to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Portlaoise JFL Avenue station.

Where does the Ballyfermot to Portlaoise train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballyfermot to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballyfermot to Portlaoise is 80 km. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Ballyfermot to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 64+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

Ballyfermot to Portlaoise - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Ballyfermot to Portlaoise by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Cherry Orchard to Portlaoisetrain 202 / ...
1h 4m
€7–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from Red Cow Luas to Portlaoise JFL Avenuebus 726
2h 27m
€12–17
Drive 80.2 km
1. Drive from Ballyfermot to Portlaoisecar 80.2 km
53 min
€14–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballyfermot to Portlaoisetaxi 80.2 km
53 min
€110–140
Train via Parkgate Street
1. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Portlaoisetrain Re / ...
1h 25m
€11–15

Ballyfermot to Portlaoise by train

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Distance: 75.9 km
Duration: 1h 4m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Cherry Orchard to Portlaoise hourly. Tickets cost €7–11 and the journey takes 1h 4m. Alternatively, Dublin Coach operates a bus from Red Cow Luas to Portlaoise JFL Avenue hourly. Tickets cost €10–14 and the journey takes 1h 40m. J.J.Kavanagh & Sons also services this route every 4 hours.

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