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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Portlaoise is to drive which costs €6 - €10 and takes 31 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 31 min and costs €6 - €10.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Portlaoise?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Carlow Bus Station station and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Avenue. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 43 min.

Is there a direct train between Carlow and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct train from Carlow to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Carlow and arriving at Portlaoise via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 36m.

How far is it from Carlow to Portlaoise?

The distance between Carlow and Portlaoise is 39 km. The road distance is 38 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Portlaoise without a car is to bus which takes 43 min and costs €6 - €10.

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

The bus from Carlow Bus Station to Portlaoise JFL Avenue takes 43 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Portlaoise bus from?

Carlow to Portlaoise bus services, operated by PJ Martley, depart from Carlow Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Portlaoise train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlow to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Carlow to Portlaoise is to bus which takes 43 min and costs €6 - €10. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €8 - €13 and takes 1h 36m.

Where does the Carlow to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Carlow to Portlaoise bus services, operated by PJ Martley, arrive at Portlaoise JFL Avenue station.

Where does the Carlow to Portlaoise train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlow to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Portlaoise is 38 km. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Carlow to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 67+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

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

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Portlaoise JFL AvenueIw08
43 min
€6–10
Train
1. Take the train from Carlow to KildareRe
2. Take the train from Kildare to PortlaoiseIc / ...
1h 36m
€9–13
Drive 38 km
1. Drive from Carlow to Portlaoise38 km
31 min
€7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carlow to Portlaoise38 km
31 min
€55–70

Carlow to Portlaoise by bus

28Weekly Buses

43 minAverage Duration

€6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 39 km
Duration: 43 min

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

PJ Martley operates a bus from Carlow Bus Station to Portlaoise JFL Avenue twice daily, and the journey takes 43 min. Bus Éireann also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Carlow to Portlaoise via Kildare in around 1h 36m.

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