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

The cheapest way to get from Kilcolgan to Portlaoise is to drive which costs €21 - €35 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilcolgan to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Kilcolgan and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilcolgan to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Kilcolgan and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Limerick Arthur's Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Kilcolgan to Portlaoise?

The distance between Kilcolgan and Portlaoise is 174 km. The road distance is 126.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kilcolgan to Portlaoise without a car is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs €18 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Kilcolgan to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilcolgan to Portlaoise bus from?

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

Train or bus from Kilcolgan to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Kilcolgan to Portlaoise is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs €18 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus via Limerick, which costs €27 - €40 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Kilcolgan to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Kilcolgan to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Limerick Colbert Station.

Can I drive from Kilcolgan to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilcolgan to Portlaoise is 126 km. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Kilcolgan to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 67+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Kilcolgan 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 Galway to PortarlingtonIc / ...
4h 26m
€19–36
Bus via Limerick
1. Take the bus from Kilcolgan to Limerick Colbert Station51
2. Take the bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Portlaoise JFL Avenue735
5h 1m
€28–39
Drive 126.3 km
1. Drive from Kilcolgan to Portlaoise126.3 km
1h 48m
€21–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Birr844
2. Take the bus from Birr to Portlaoise JFL Avenue823
5h 10m
€19–34

Kilcolgan to Portlaoise by bus and train

79Weekly Services

4h 26mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 173.5 km
Duration: 4h 26m

What companies run services between Kilcolgan, IE-G, Ireland and Portlaoise, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Galway to Portarlington every 2 hours. Tickets cost €12–18 and the journey takes 2h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilcolgan to Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Limerick Colbert Station and Limerick Arthur's Quay in around 5h 1m.

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