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

The cheapest way to get from Londonderry to Portlaoise is to bus via Dublin which costs €30 - €45 and takes 7h 25m.

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 station to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Derry Londonderry Bus Station and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Dublin Airport Zone 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

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 27m.

How far is it from Londonderry to Portlaoise?

The distance between Londonderry and Portlaoise is 335 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 bus and train which takes 5h 55m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 55m 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 Derry Londonderry Bus 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 27m and costs €40 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 24m.

Where does the Londonderry to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Londonderry to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Airport T2 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 64+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

Londonderry to Portlaoise - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Londonderry 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, train
best
1. Take the bus from Derry Londonderry Bus Station to Dublin Airport T2bus X4 / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Portlaoisetrain Re / ...
5h 55m
Bus via Dublin
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Derry Foyleside to The Gresham Hotelbus 705x
2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Portlaoise JFL Avenuebus 735
7h 25m
€31–42
Train
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 27m
€42–61
Drive 258.5 km
1. Drive from Londonderry to Portlaoisecar 258.5 km
3h 32m
€46–66
Bus
1. Take the bus from Derry Londonderry Bus Station to Dublin Airport T2bus X4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Portlaoise JFL Avenuebus 726
6h 24m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Londonderry to Portlaoise.

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Distance: 334.7 km
Duration: 5h 55m

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 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Derry Londonderry Bus Station to Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Dublin Airport T2 and Dublin Airport Zone 16 in around 6h 24m.

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