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

The cheapest way to get from Drogheda to Portlaoise is to bus via Dublin which costs €19 - €23 and takes 3h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Drogheda to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs €20 - €30.

Is there a direct bus between Drogheda and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Drogheda station to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Drogheda Bus Station and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Dublin Airport Zone 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Drogheda and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct train from Drogheda to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Drogheda and arriving at Portlaoise via Busáras and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Drogheda to Portlaoise?

The distance between Drogheda and Portlaoise is 135 km. The road distance is 120.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Drogheda to Portlaoise without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs €18 - €28.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Drogheda to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Drogheda to Portlaoise bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Drogheda to Portlaoise train from?

Drogheda to Portlaoise train services, operated by Translink, depart from Drogheda station.

Train or bus from Drogheda to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Drogheda to Portlaoise is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs €18 - €28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €35 and takes 2h 56m.

Where does the Drogheda to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Drogheda to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Dublin, Airport station.

Where does the Drogheda to Portlaoise train arrive?

Drogheda to Portlaoise train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Drogheda to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Drogheda to Portlaoise is 121 km. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Drogheda to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 66+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Drogheda 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 Drogheda to Dublin Connolly1 Gc->Dn
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to PortlaoiseIc / ...
2h 25m
€19–27
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Marys Hospital to Dublin Busáras101
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to PortlaoiseIc / ...
3h 48m
€16–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Drogheda Bus Station to Dublin, Airport100x
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Portlaoise JFL Avenue726
2h 56m
€22–33
Drive 120.6 km
1. Drive from Drogheda to Portlaoise120.6 km
1h 37m
€21–30
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from George's Street to Cathal Brugha Street901
2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Portlaoise JFL Avenue735
3h 47m
€19–23

Drogheda to Portlaoise by train and tram

98Weekly Services

2h 25mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 135.2 km
Duration: 2h 25m

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

You can take a train from Drogheda to Portlaoise via Dublin Connolly, Busáras, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 2h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Drogheda Bus Station to Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Dublin, Airport and Dublin Airport Zone 16 in around 2h 56m.

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