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

The cheapest way to get from Castlebar to Portlaoise is to train which costs €17 - €26 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castlebar to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Castlebar and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Castlebar to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Castlebar and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Athlone Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Castlebar and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct train from Castlebar to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Castlebar and arriving at Portlaoise via Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Castlebar to Portlaoise?

The distance between Castlebar and Portlaoise is 193 km. The road distance is 183.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Castlebar to Portlaoise without a car is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs €17 - €26.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Castlebar to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castlebar to Portlaoise bus from?

Castlebar to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Castlebar station.

Where do I catch the Castlebar to Portlaoise train from?

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

Train or bus from Castlebar to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Castlebar to Portlaoise is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs €17 - €26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €40 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Castlebar to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Castlebar to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Athlone Station.

Where does the Castlebar to Portlaoise train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Castlebar to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlebar to Portlaoise is 183 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Castlebar to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 66+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Castlebar to Portlaoise by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Castlebar to Portarlington803 / ...
3h 10m
€18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Castlebar to Athlone Station440
2. Take the bus from Athlone Station to Portlaoise JFL Avenue73
5h 40m
€26–38
Drive 183.2 km
1. Drive from Castlebar to Portlaoise183.2 km
2h 36m
€32–46
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the bus from Castlebar to Dublin Airport Zone 15721
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Portlaoise JFL Avenue726
6h 19m
€32–47

Castlebar to Portlaoise by train

33Weekly Trains

3h 10mAverage Duration

€18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 193.3 km
Duration: 3h 10m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Castlebar to Portarlington 5 times a day. Tickets cost €15–22 and the journey takes 2h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castlebar to Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Athlone Station in around 5h 40m.

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