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

The cheapest way to get from Castlerea to Portlaoise is to train which costs €13 - €20 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castlerea to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Castlerea and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Castlerea to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Castlerea and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Athlone Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Castlerea and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct train from Castlerea to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Castlerea and arriving at Portlaoise via Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Castlerea to Portlaoise?

The distance between Castlerea and Portlaoise is 133 km. The road distance is 131.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Castlerea to Portlaoise without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs €13 - €20.

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

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Castlerea to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castlerea to Portlaoise bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Castlerea to Portlaoise train from?

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

Train or bus from Castlerea to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Castlerea to Portlaoise is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs €13 - €20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €25 and takes 3h 28m.

Where does the Castlerea to Portlaoise bus arrive?

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

Where does the Castlerea to Portlaoise train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Castlerea to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlerea to Portlaoise is 132 km. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Castlerea to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 67+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

Castlerea to Portlaoise - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Castlerea 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 Castlerea to Portarlington803 / ...
2h 23m
€13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Castlerea to Athlone Station440
2. Take the bus from Athlone Station to Portlaoise JFL Avenue73
3h 28m
€17–25
Drive 131.8 km
1. Drive from Castlerea to Portlaoise131.8 km
1h 41m
€23–33

Castlerea to Portlaoise by train

33Weekly Trains

2h 23mAverage Duration

€13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 133.4 km
Duration: 2h 23m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Castlerea to Portarlington 5 times a day. Tickets cost €11–16 and the journey takes 1h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castlerea to Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Athlone Station in around 3h 28m.

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