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

The cheapest way to get from Londonderry to Portlaoise is to bus via Newbridge which costs €30 - €45 and takes 7h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Londonderry to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Londonderry and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Londonderry to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from North West Transport Hub and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Avenue via George's Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Londonderry and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct train from Londonderry to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Derry-Londonderry and arriving at Portlaoise via Belfast Great Central, Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

How far is it from Londonderry to Portlaoise?

The distance between Londonderry and Portlaoise is 416 km. The road distance is 258.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Londonderry to Portlaoise without a car is to train which takes 6h 26m and costs €40 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 6h 26m to get from Londonderry to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Londonderry to Portlaoise bus from?

Londonderry to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Translink, depart from North West Transport Hub station.

Where do I catch the Londonderry to Portlaoise train from?

Londonderry to Portlaoise train services, operated by Translink, depart from Derry-Londonderry station.

Train or bus from Londonderry to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Londonderry to Portlaoise is to train which takes 6h 26m and costs €40 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Londonderry to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Londonderry to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Busaras Bus Station.

Where does the Londonderry to Portlaoise train arrive?

Londonderry to Portlaoise train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast Great Central station.

Can I drive from Londonderry to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Londonderry to Portlaoise is 258 km. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Londonderry to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 68+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Londonderry 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 Derry-Londonderry to Belfast Great Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain
3. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Portlaoisetrain Re / ...
6h 26m
€42–61
Bus via Newbridge
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Derry Foyleside to The Gresham Hotelbus
2. Take the bus from Wellington Quay to Toughers Ind Estatebus 126
3. Take the bus from Toughers Ind Estate to Portlaoise JFL Avenuebus 726
7h 49m
€32–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from North West Transport Hub to Dublin Busaras Bus Stationbus X4 / ...
2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Portlaoise JFL Avenuebus 735
6h 55m
Drive 258.5 km
1. Drive from Londonderry to Portlaoisecar 258.5 km
3h 32m
€46–67

Londonderry to Portlaoise by train and tram

96Weekly Services

6h 26mAverage Duration

€42Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Londonderry to Portlaoise.

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Distance: 416.3 km
Duration: 6h 26m

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

You can take a train from Derry-Londonderry to Portlaoise via Belfast Great Central, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 6h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North West Transport Hub to Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Dublin Busaras Bus Station and George's Quay in around 6h 55m.

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