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

The cheapest way to get from Monaghan to Portlaoise is to drive which costs €27 - €40 and takes 2h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Monaghan to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Monaghan and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Monaghan station to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Monaghan Bus Station and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Dublin Airport Zone 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Monaghan to Portlaoise?

The distance between Monaghan and Portlaoise is 216 km. The road distance is 165.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Monaghan to Portlaoise without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 24m and costs €28 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Monaghan to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Monaghan to Portlaoise bus from?

Monaghan to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Monaghan Bus Station.

Where does the Monaghan to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Monaghan to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19 station.

Can I drive from Monaghan to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Monaghan to Portlaoise is 165 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Monaghan to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 64+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Monaghan 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 Monaghan Bus Station to Dublin Busárasbus 32
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Portlaoisetrain Re / ...
3h 24m
€28–40
Bus, train via Dundalk
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Dundalk Bus Stationbus 162
2. Take the train from Dundalk to Dublin Connollytrain
3. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Portlaoisetrain Re / ...
4h 18m
€27–41
Drive 165.1 km
1. Drive from Monaghan to Portlaoisecar 165.1 km
2h 39m
€28–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19bus 32
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Portlaoise JFL Avenuebus 726
3h 58m
€28–41
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Dublin Airport T2bus X3
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Portlaoise JFL Avenuebus 726
3h 59m

Monaghan to Portlaoise by bus, tram, and train

126Weekly Services

3h 24mAverage Duration

€28Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Monaghan to Portlaoise.

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Distance: 216.4 km
Duration: 3h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19 and Dublin Airport Zone 16 in around 3h 58m.

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