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

The cheapest way to get from Carrickmacross to Portlaoise is to bus and train which costs €16 - €24 and takes 2h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carrickmacross to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Carrickmacross and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Carrickmacross to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Carrickmacross N2 and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Dublin Airport Zone 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Carrickmacross to Portlaoise?

The distance between Carrickmacross and Portlaoise is 169 km. The road distance is 131.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Carrickmacross to Portlaoise without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 59m and costs €16 - €24.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Carrickmacross to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carrickmacross to Portlaoise bus from?

Carrickmacross to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Carrickmacross N2 station.

Train or bus from Carrickmacross to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Carrickmacross to Portlaoise is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs €22 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €40 and takes 3h 22m.

Where does the Carrickmacross to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Carrickmacross to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19 station.

Can I drive from Carrickmacross to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrickmacross to Portlaoise is 131 km. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Carrickmacross to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 64+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Carrickmacross 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 Carrickmacross to Abbey Streetbus 980 / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Portlaoisetrain Re / ...
2h 59m
€16–24
Train
1. Take the train from Dundalk to Dublin Connollytrain 1_Gc->Dn
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Portlaoisetrain Re / ...
3h 23m
€22–33
Drive 131.4 km
1. Drive from Carrickmacross to Portlaoisecar 131.4 km
2h 22m
€23–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carrickmacross N2 to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19bus 32
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Portlaoise JFL Avenuebus 726
3h 22m
€25–36
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Carrickmacross to Dublin, O'Connell Street Upper (The Gresham Hotel)bus 180
2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Portlaoise JFL Avenuebus 735
4h 21m

Carrickmacross to Portlaoise by bus, tram, and train

63Weekly Services

2h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 169.2 km
Duration: 2h 59m

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

You can take a bus from Carrickmacross to Portlaoise via Dundalk Clarke Station, Dundalk, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 3h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carrickmacross N2 to Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19 and Dublin Airport Zone 16 in around 3h 22m.

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