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

The cheapest way to get from Larne to Portlaoise is to train and bus which costs €30 - €50 and takes 6h 56m.

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 Bedford Street, Grand Central Bus Stand 11 and Dublin Airport Zone 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

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 Belfast Grand Central, Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Larne to Portlaoise?

The distance between Larne and Portlaoise is 305 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 train which takes 5h 31m and costs €35 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m 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 Translink, depart from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 station.

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 train which takes 5h 31m and costs €35 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 23m.

Where does the Larne to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Larne to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Airport T2 station.

Where does the Larne to Portlaoise train arrive?

Larne to Portlaoise train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast Great Central 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 68+ 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 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 Larne Town to Belfast Great Central0
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
3. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to PortlaoiseIc / ...
5h 31m
€38–54
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Larne Town to Belfast Great Central0
2. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotel
3. Take the bus from George's Quay to Portlaoise JFL Avenue735
6h 56m
€34–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 to Dublin Airport T2X1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Portlaoise JFL Avenue726
6h 23m
Drive 272.6 km
1. Drive from Larne to Portlaoise272.6 km
3h 8m
€48–69

Larne to Portlaoise by train and tram

201Weekly Services

5h 31mAverage Duration

€38Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Larne to Portlaoise.

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Distance: 305.4 km
Duration: 5h 31m

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

You can take a train from Larne Town to Portlaoise via Belfast Grand Central, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 5h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Larne Bus Station to Portlaoise JFL Avenue via High Street, Bedford Street, Grand Central Bus Stand 14, Grand Central Bus Stand 11, Dublin Airport T2, and Dublin Airport Zone 16 in around 6h 23m.

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