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

The cheapest way to get from Lucan to Portlaoise is to train which costs €9 - €13 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lucan to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 55 min and costs €13 - €19.

Is there a direct bus between Lucan and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Lucan to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Lucan Village and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Red Cow Luas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Lucan to Portlaoise?

The distance between Lucan and Portlaoise is 73 km. The road distance is 77.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Lucan to Portlaoise without a car is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs €9 - €13.

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

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Lucan to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lucan to Portlaoise bus from?

Lucan to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Dublin Bus, depart from Lucan Village station.

Train or bus from Lucan to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Lucan to Portlaoise is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs €9 - €13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €11 - €17 and takes 2h 36m.

Where does the Lucan to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Lucan to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Dublin Bus, arrive at Red Cow Luas station.

Can I drive from Lucan to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Lucan to Portlaoise is 77 km. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Lucan to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 64+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Lucan to Portlaoise by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Adamstown to Portlaoisetrain 202 / ...
1h 48m
€9–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lucan Village to Red Cow Luasbus L54
2. Take the bus from Red Cow Luas to Portlaoise JFL Avenuebus 726
2h 36m
€12–17
Drive 77.1 km
1. Drive from Lucan to Portlaoisecar 77.1 km
55 min
€13–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lucan to Portlaoisetaxi 77.1 km
55 min
€110–130
Bus via Heuston Station
1. Take the bus from Lucan Village to Heuston Stationbus X30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Portlaoise JFL Avenuebus 735
2h 53m
€13–17

Lucan to Portlaoise by bus and train

107Weekly Services

1h 48mAverage Duration

€9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 73.2 km
Duration: 1h 48m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Adamstown to Portlaoise hourly. Tickets cost €7–10 and the journey takes 53 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lucan Village to Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Red Cow Luas in around 2h 36m.

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