What is the cheapest way to get from County Kerry to Portlaoise?

The cheapest way to get from County Kerry to Portlaoise is to train which costs €25 - €40 and takes 4h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from County Kerry to Portlaoise?

The fastest way to get from County Kerry to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between County Kerry and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from County Kerry to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Castlemaine and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Tralee Bus Station, Upper Mallow Street and UL Student Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

How far is it from County Kerry to Portlaoise?

The distance between County Kerry and Portlaoise is 267 km. The road distance is 217 km.

How do I travel from County Kerry to Portlaoise without a car?

The best way to get from County Kerry to Portlaoise without a car is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs €25 - €40.

How long does it take to get from County Kerry to Portlaoise?

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from County Kerry to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the County Kerry to Portlaoise bus from?

County Kerry to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Tralee Bus Station.

Train or bus from County Kerry to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from County Kerry to Portlaoise is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs €25 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 6h 44m.

Where does the County Kerry to Portlaoise bus arrive?

County Kerry to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Limerick Colbert Station.

Can I drive from County Kerry to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between County Kerry to Portlaoise is 217 km. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from County Kerry to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 64+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

County Kerry to Portlaoise - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from County Kerry to Portlaoise by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Tralee to Portlaoisetrain Re
4h 7m
€26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tralee Bus Station to Limerick Colbert Stationbus 13
2. Take the bus from UL Student Centre to Portlaoise JFL Avenuebus 735
6h 44m
€36–53
Drive 217 km
1. Drive from County Kerry to Portlaoisecar 217 km
2h 33m
€37–53
Fly, train
1. Fly from Kerry Airport (KIR) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane KIR - DUB
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Portlaoisetrain
3h 10m
€69–146

County Kerry to Portlaoise by bus and train

1Weekly Services

4h 7mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 266.5 km
Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between County Kerry, Ireland and Portlaoise, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Tralee to Portlaoise once a week. Tickets cost €21–30 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castlemaine to Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Tralee Bus Station, Limerick Colbert Station, Upper Mallow Street, and UL Student Centre in around 6h 44m.

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