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

The cheapest way to get from Larne to Portlaoise is to bus which costs €21 - €50 and takes 5h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Larne to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Larne and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Larne station to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Larne Bus Station and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Grand Central Station Durham Street and Dublin Airport Zone 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Larne and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct train from Larne to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Larne Town and arriving at Portlaoise via Great Victoria Street, Busáras and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

How far is it from Larne to Portlaoise?

The distance between Larne and Portlaoise is 294 km. The road distance is 272.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Larne to Portlaoise without a car is to bus which takes 5h 43m and costs €21 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Larne to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Larne to Portlaoise bus from?

Larne to Portlaoise bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Grand Central Station Durham Street.

Where do I catch the Larne to Portlaoise train from?

Larne to Portlaoise train services, operated by Translink, depart from Larne Town station.

Train or bus from Larne to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Larne to Portlaoise is to bus which takes 5h 43m and costs €21 - €50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 5h 57m.

Where does the Larne to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Larne to Portlaoise bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 14 station.

Where does the Larne to Portlaoise train arrive?

Larne to Portlaoise train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Great Victoria Street station.

Can I drive from Larne to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Larne to Portlaoise is 273 km. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Larne to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 66+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Larne 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 Grand Central Station Durham Street to Dublin Airport Zone 14785
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Portlaoise JFL Avenue726
5h 43m
€21–47
Train
1. Take the train from Larne Town to Great Victoria Street
2. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Dublin Connolly
3. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to PortlaoiseIc / ...
5h 57m
€37–54
Drive 272.6 km
1. Drive from Larne to Portlaoise272.6 km
3h 8m
€49–70
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Larne Town to Belfast Grand Central0
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 to Dublin Busaras Bus StationX1
3. Take the bus from George's Quay to Portlaoise JFL Avenue735
6h 58m

Larne to Portlaoise by bus and foot

109Weekly Services

5h 43mAverage Duration

€21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 293.5 km
Duration: 5h 43m

What companies run services between Larne, Northern Ireland and Portlaoise, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Larne Bus Station to Portlaoise JFL Avenue via High Street, Grand Central Station Durham Street, Dublin Airport Zone 14, and Dublin Airport Zone 16 in around 5h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Larne Town to Portlaoise via Great Victoria Street, Dublin Connolly, Busáras, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 5h 57m.

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