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

The cheapest way to get from Glassan to Portlaoise is to drive which costs €12 - €19 and takes 59 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Glassan to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 59 min and costs €12 - €19.

Is there a direct bus between Glassan and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Glassan to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Glassan and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Athlone Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Glassan to Portlaoise?

The distance between Glassan and Portlaoise is 80 km. The road distance is 74.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Glassan to Portlaoise without a car is to bus which takes 2h 49m and costs €13 - €19.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Glassan to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glassan to Portlaoise bus from?

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

Train or bus from Glassan to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Glassan to Portlaoise is to bus which takes 2h 49m and costs €13 - €19. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €12 - €19 and takes 2h 51m.

Where does the Glassan to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Glassan to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Portlaoise JFL Avenue station.

Can I drive from Glassan to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Glassan to Portlaoise is 74 km. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Glassan to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 24+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Glassan to Portlaoise by bus, train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Athlone Station to Portlaoise JFL Avenuebus 73
2h 49m
€13–19
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Athlone to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
2h 51m
€12–19
Drive 74.1 km
1. Drive from Glassan to Portlaoisecar 74.1 km
59 min
€13–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Glassan to Portlaoisetaxi 74.1 km
59 min
€100–130
Line 815 bus, line 830 bus
1. Take the bus from Athlone Station to Tullamore Hospitalbus 815
2. Take the bus from Tullamore Hospital to Portlaoise JFL Avenuebus 830 / ...
3h 50m
€14–23

Glassan to Portlaoise by bus

13Weekly Buses

2h 49mAverage Duration

€13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 80.4 km
Duration: 2h 49m

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

Bus Éireann operates a bus from Athlone Station to Portlaoise JFL Avenue twice daily. Tickets cost €9–13 and the journey takes 1h 34m. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Athlone to Portarlington hourly. Tickets cost €6–9 and the journey takes 58 min.

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