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

The cheapest way to get from Killarney to Portlaoise is to train which costs €18 - €26 and takes 2h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Killarney to Portlaoise is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs €18 - €26.

Is there a direct bus between Killarney and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Killarney to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Killarney Mission Road and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Limerick Arthur's Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Killarney and Portlaoise?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Killarney and arriving at Portlaoise. Services depart once a week, and operate Monday and Thursday. The journey takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Killarney to Portlaoise?

The distance between Killarney and Portlaoise is 215 km. The road distance is 216.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Killarney to Portlaoise without a car is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs €18 - €26.

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

The train from Killarney to Portlaoise takes 2h 9m including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Killarney to Portlaoise bus from?

Killarney to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Killarney Mission Road station.

Where do I catch the Killarney to Portlaoise train from?

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

Train or bus from Killarney to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Killarney to Portlaoise is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs €18 - €26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €35 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Killarney to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Killarney to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Limerick Arthur's Quay station.

Where does the Killarney to Portlaoise train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Killarney to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Killarney to Portlaoise is 216 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Killarney to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 64+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

Killarney to Portlaoise - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Killarney 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 Killarney to Portlaoisetrain Re
2h 9m
€18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Killarney Mission Road to Limerick Arthur's Quaybus 300
2. Take the bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Portlaoise JFL Avenuebus 735
4h 40m
€23–32
Drive 216.2 km
1. Drive from Killarney to Portlaoisecar 216.2 km
2h 23m
€37–53

Killarney to Portlaoise by train

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2h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 215.4 km
Duration: 2h 9m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Killarney to Portlaoise once a week. Tickets cost €18–26 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Killarney Mission Road to Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Limerick Arthur's Quay in around 4h 40m.

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