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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Portlaoise is to ferry and bus via Dublin which costs €55 - €70 and takes 7h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Portlaoise is to ferry and train which takes 5h 21m and costs €70 - €110.

How far is it from Holyhead to Portlaoise?

The distance between Holyhead and Portlaoise is 192 km.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Portlaoise without a car is to ferry and train which takes 5h 21m and costs €70 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Holyhead to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 64+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

Holyhead to Portlaoise - 4 ways to travel via train, ferry, car, and car ferry

There are 4 ways to get from Holyhead to Portlaoise by ferry, train, car, car ferry, or bus

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

Ferry, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry 0
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Portlaoisetrain Re / ...
5h 21m
€74–105
Ferry, bus via Dublin
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry Holyhead-Dublin Ferryport B+I
2. Take the bus from Red Cow Luas to Portlaoise Hospitalbus 726
7h 3m
€55–68
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Holyhead to Cairnryancar
2. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfastcarferry
3. Drive from Belfast to Portlaoisecar
10h 49m
€171–267
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry 0
2. Take the bus from North Wall Quay to Portlaoise JFL Avenuebus 735
6h 41m
€78–108

Holyhead to Portlaoise by ferry, foot, tram, and train

26Weekly Services

5h 21mAverage Duration

€74Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Holyhead to Portlaoise.

Launch map view

Distance: 192.3 km
Duration: 5h 21m

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and Portlaoise, Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Holyhead to Portlaoise. However, you can take the ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+I, walk to The Point, take the vehicle to Heuston, walk to Dublin Heuston, then take the train to Portlaoise. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Holyhead to Portlaoise via Cairnryan and Belfast in around 10h 49m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Ferry operators

Want to know more about travelling around Ireland

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.