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How to get fromCounty Meath to Portlaoiseby bus, train, or car

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

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  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Johnstown Centre to Irish Lifebus bus Nx
    2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Portlaoisetrain train Re / ...
    2h 40m
    €23–33

  2. Drive  94.5 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from County Meath to Portlaoisecar car 94.5 km
    1h 36m
    €17–24

  3. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Johnstown Centre to Irish Lifebus bus Nx
    2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Portlaoise JFL Avebus bus 735
    3h 38m
    €21–29

  4. Bus via Newbridge

    1. Take the bus from Navan to Irish Lifebus bus Nx
    2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Ladytownbus bus 126
    3. Take the bus from Ladytown to Portlaoise JFL Avebus bus 726
    4h 20m
    €23–31

County Meath to Portlaoise by bus, tram, and train

Calendar323Weekly Services
Duration2h 40mAverage Duration
Ticket€23Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 132.2 km
  • Duration: 2h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Johnstown Centre to Portlaoise JFL Ave via Irish Life and George's Quay in around 3h 38m.

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