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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Portlaoise is to train and bus which costs €35 - €50 and takes 6h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Bedford Street, Grand Central Bus Stand 11 and Dublin Airport Zone 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Ballymena and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct train from Ballymena to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Ballymena and arriving at Portlaoise via Belfast Grand Central, Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Portlaoise?

The distance between Ballymena and Portlaoise is 318 km. The road distance is 266.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Portlaoise without a car is to train which takes 5h 19m and costs €35 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Ballymena to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Portlaoise bus from?

Ballymena to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Translink, depart from George Street station.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Portlaoise train from?

Ballymena to Portlaoise train services, operated by Translink, depart from Ballymena station.

Train or bus from Ballymena to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Ballymena to Portlaoise is to train which takes 5h 19m and costs €35 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 29m.

Where does the Ballymena to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Ballymena to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at High Street station.

Where does the Ballymena to Portlaoise train arrive?

Ballymena to Portlaoise train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast Great Central station.

Can I drive from Ballymena to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Portlaoise is 267 km. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Ballymena to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 68+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Ballymena to Portlaoise by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Great Central0
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
3. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to PortlaoiseIc / ...
5h 19m
€39–56
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Great Central0
2. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotel
3. Take the bus from George's Quay to Portlaoise JFL Avenue735
6h 44m
€35–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to High Street218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 to Dublin Airport T2X1 / ...
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Portlaoise JFL Avenue726
6h 29m
Drive 266.7 km
1. Drive from Ballymena to Portlaoise266.7 km
3h 18m
€47–68

Ballymena to Portlaoise by train and tram

201Weekly Services

5h 19mAverage Duration

€39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 317.7 km
Duration: 5h 19m

What companies run services between Ballymena, Mid and East Antrim, Northern Ireland and Portlaoise, Ireland?

You can take a train from Ballymena to Portlaoise via Belfast Grand Central, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 5h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from George Street to Portlaoise JFL Avenue via High Street, Bedford Street, Grand Central Bus Stand 14, Grand Central Bus Stand 11, Dublin Airport T2, and Dublin Airport Zone 16 in around 6h 29m.

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