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

The cheapest way to get from Lurgan to Portlaoise is to train which costs €27 - €45 and takes 3h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lurgan to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Lurgan and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Lurgan to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Flush Place and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Banbridge Bus Station, Newry Bus Station, Dublin Airport Zone 16 and Portlaoise Hospital. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Lurgan and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct train from Lurgan to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Lurgan and arriving at Portlaoise via Portadown, Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Lurgan to Portlaoise?

The distance between Lurgan and Portlaoise is 233 km. The road distance is 211 km.

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

The best way to get from Lurgan to Portlaoise without a car is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs €27 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Lurgan to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lurgan to Portlaoise bus from?

Lurgan to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Newry Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Lurgan to Portlaoise train from?

Lurgan to Portlaoise train services, operated by Translink, depart from Portadown station.

Train or bus from Lurgan to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Lurgan to Portlaoise is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs €27 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 26m.

Where does the Lurgan to Portlaoise bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lurgan to Portlaoise train arrive?

Lurgan to Portlaoise train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Lurgan to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Lurgan to Portlaoise is 211 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Lurgan to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 64+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Lurgan 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 Portadown to Dublin Connollytrain Rail
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Portlaoisetrain Re / ...
3h 49m
€27–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lurgan to Dublin Connollybus 141
2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Portlaoise JFL Avenuebus 735
4h 26m
Drive 211 km
1. Drive from Lurgan to Portlaoisecar 211 km
2h 36m
€37–53
Bus via Newry
1. Take the bus from Newry Bus Station to Dublin Airport T2bus X1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Portlaoise Hospitalbus 726
6h 8m

Lurgan to Portlaoise by train and tram

165Weekly Services

3h 49mAverage Duration

€27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 232.5 km
Duration: 3h 49m

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

You can take a train from Lurgan to Portlaoise via Portadown, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 3h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lurgan to Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Dublin Connolly, Dublin Connolly, Tara Street, and George's Quay in around 4h 26m.

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