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

The cheapest way to get from Banbridge to Portlaoise is to train which costs €21 - €35 and takes 5h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Banbridge to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Banbridge and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Banbridge to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Kenlis Street and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Dublin Airport Zone 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from Banbridge to Portlaoise?

The distance between Banbridge and Portlaoise is 214 km. The road distance is 200.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Banbridge to Portlaoise without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 55m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Banbridge to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Banbridge to Portlaoise bus from?

Banbridge to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Kenlis Street station.

Train or bus from Banbridge to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Banbridge to Portlaoise is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs €21 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 4m.

Where does the Banbridge to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Banbridge to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Airport T2 station.

Can I drive from Banbridge to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Banbridge to Portlaoise is 200 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Banbridge to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 67+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Banbridge 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 Kenlis Street to Dublin Airport T2X1
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to PortlaoiseIc / ...
3h 55m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Newry to Dublin Connolly1_Gc->Dn / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to PortlaoiseIc / ...
5h 1m
€22–33
Drive 200.2 km
1. Drive from Banbridge to Portlaoise200.2 km
2h 23m
€35–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kenlis Street to Dublin Airport T2X1
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Portlaoise JFL Avenue726
4h 4m
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Kenlis Street to Dublin Busaras Bus StationX1
2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Portlaoise JFL Avenue735
4h 45m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Banbridge to Portlaoise.

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Distance: 214 km
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Banbridge, Armagh City Banbridge and Craigavon, Northern Ireland and Portlaoise, Ireland?

You can take a bus from St Patrick's College to Portlaoise via Main Street, Scarva, Newry, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 5h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kenlis Street to Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Dublin Airport T2 and Dublin Airport Zone 16 in around 4h 4m.

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