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

The cheapest way to get from Cavan to Portlaoise is to drive which costs €22 - €35 and takes 1h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cavan to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Cavan and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Cavan station to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Cavan Bus Station and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Dublin Airport Zone 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Cavan to Portlaoise?

The distance between Cavan and Portlaoise is 213 km. The road distance is 130 km.

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

The best way to get from Cavan to Portlaoise without a car is to bus and train via Dublin Airport (DUB) which takes 3h 55m and costs €35 - €55.

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

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

Where do I catch the Cavan to Portlaoise bus from?

Cavan to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Cavan Bus Station.

Where does the Cavan to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Cavan to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19 station.

Can I drive from Cavan to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Cavan to Portlaoise is 130 km. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Cavan to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 66+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cavan 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 via Dublin Airport (DUB)
best
1. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Station to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 1930
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to PortlaoiseIc / ...
3h 55m
€35–52
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Station to Dublin Busáras109X / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to PortlaoiseIc / ...
4h 7m
€22–39
Drive 130 km
1. Drive from Cavan to Portlaoise130 km
1h 50m
€23–32
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Station to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 1930
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Portlaoise JFL Avenue726
4h 12m
€22–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cavan Cathedral to Maynooth University North CampusUm05
2. Take the bus from Maynooth University North Campus to Market SquareUm14
4h 45m

Cavan to Portlaoise by bus and train

91Weekly Services

3h 55mAverage Duration

€35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 212.8 km
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Cavan, Ulster, Ireland and Portlaoise, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Cavan Bus Station to Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19 and Dublin Airport Zone 16 in around 4h 12m.

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