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

The cheapest way to get from Kilkee to Portlaoise is to bus and train via Tipperary which costs €24 - €40 and takes 6h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilkee to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Kilkee and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilkee to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Kilkee and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Ave via Ennis Frs Walk and UL Student Ctr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Kilkee to Portlaoise?

The distance between Kilkee and Portlaoise is 225 km. The road distance is 191.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kilkee to Portlaoise without a car is to bus which takes 5h 36m and costs €26 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Kilkee to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilkee to Portlaoise bus from?

Kilkee to Portlaoise bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Limerick Clare, depart from Kilkee station.

Where does the Kilkee to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Kilkee to Portlaoise bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Limerick Clare, arrive at Ennis Frs Walk station.

Can I drive from Kilkee to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilkee to Portlaoise is 191 km. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Kilkee to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 69+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Kilkee to Portlaoise by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kilkee to Ennis Frs Walkbus 335
2. Take the bus from Ennis Frs Walk to UL Student Ctrbus 300
3. Take the bus from UL Student Ctr to Portlaoise JFL Avebus 735
5h 36m
€27–40
Bus, train via Tipperary
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kilkee to Ennis Stationbus 333 / ...
2. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Portlaoisetrain 209 / ...
6h 22m
€24–40
Drive 191.3 km
1. Drive from Kilkee to Portlaoisecar 191.3 km
2h 28m
€33–47
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kilkee to Ennis Stationbus 333 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ennis Station to Limerick Colbertbus 51
3. Take the train from Limerick to Portlaoisetrain Re / ...
5h 42m
€26–48

Kilkee to Portlaoise by bus

5Weekly Buses

5h 36mAverage Duration

€27Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 225 km
Duration: 5h 36m

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

You can take a bus from Kilkee to Portlaoise JFL Ave via Ennis Frs Walk and UL Student Ctr in around 5h 36m.

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