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

The cheapest way to get from Newry to Portlaoise is to train which costs €23 - €35 and takes 4h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newry to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Newry and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Newry station to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Newry Bus Station and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Avenue via George's Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Newry to Portlaoise?

The distance between Newry and Portlaoise is 193 km. The road distance is 177.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Newry to Portlaoise without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 31m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Newry to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newry to Portlaoise bus from?

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

Train or bus from Newry to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Newry to Portlaoise is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs €23 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Newry to Portlaoise bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Newry to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Newry to Portlaoise is 177 km. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Newry to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 66+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Newry 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 Newry Bus Station to Dublin Busaras Bus StationX1 / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to PortlaoiseIc / ...
3h 31m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Newry to Dublin Connolly1 Gc->Dn
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to PortlaoiseIc / ...
4h 8m
€23–34
Drive 177.4 km
1. Drive from Newry to Portlaoise177.4 km
2h 10m
€32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newry Bus Station to Dublin Busaras Bus StationX1 / ...
2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Portlaoise JFL Avenue735
4h 15m
Bus via Dundalk Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Dundalk Bus Station to Dublin, Airport100x
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Portlaoise Hospital726
5h 14m
€32–47

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 193.2 km
Duration: 3h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Newry Bus Station to Portlaoise via Newry Train Station [bus stop], Newry, Dublin Connolly, Busáras, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 4h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newry Bus Station to Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Dublin Busaras Bus Station and George's Quay in around 4h 15m.

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