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

The cheapest way to get from Dundalk to Portlaoise is to bus via Dublin which costs €20 - €30 and takes 4h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dundalk to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Dundalk and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Dundalk to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Dundalk Dublin Road and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Dublin Airport Zone 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Dundalk and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct train from Dundalk to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Dundalk and arriving at Portlaoise via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Dundalk to Portlaoise?

The distance between Dundalk and Portlaoise is 171 km. The road distance is 154 km.

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

The best way to get from Dundalk to Portlaoise without a car is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs €21 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Dundalk to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Portlaoise bus from?

Dundalk to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Dundalk Dublin Road station.

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Portlaoise train from?

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

Train or bus from Dundalk to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Dundalk to Portlaoise is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs €21 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €40 and takes 3h 36m.

Where does the Dundalk to Portlaoise bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dundalk to Portlaoise train arrive?

Dundalk to Portlaoise train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Dundalk to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundalk to Portlaoise is 154 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Dundalk to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 68+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

Dundalk to Portlaoise - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Dundalk 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 Dundalk to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to PortlaoiseIc / ...
2h 53m
€22–31
Bus via Dublin
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stapleton Place to South Townsend Street100X
2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Portlaoise JFL Avenue735
4h 17m
€21–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dundalk Dublin Road to Dublin, Airport100x
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Portlaoise JFL Avenue726
3h 36m
€25–36
Drive 154 km
1. Drive from Dundalk to Portlaoise154 km
1h 57m
€26–38

Dundalk to Portlaoise by train and tram

201Weekly Services

2h 53mAverage Duration

€22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 171.2 km
Duration: 2h 53m

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

You can take a train from Dundalk to Portlaoise via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 2h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dundalk Dublin Road to Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Dublin, Airport and Dublin Airport Zone 16 in around 3h 36m.

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