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

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Adare is to bus and line 300 bus which costs €18 - €26 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Adare is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Adare?

No, there is no direct bus from Portlaoise to Adare. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise JFL Avenue and arriving at Adare via Limerick Arthur's Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Adare?

The distance between Portlaoise and Adare is 141 km. The road distance is 126.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Adare without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs €15 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Portlaoise to Adare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Adare bus from?

Portlaoise to Adare bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Portlaoise JFL Avenue station.

Train or bus from Portlaoise to Adare?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Adare is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs €15 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus and line 300 bus, which costs €18 - €26 and takes 2h 47m.

Where does the Portlaoise to Adare bus arrive?

Portlaoise to Adare bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Limerick Arthur's Quay station.

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Adare?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Adare is 126 km. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Portlaoise to Adare.

Where can I stay near Adare?

There are 118+ hotels available in Adare.

Portlaoise to Adare - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 300 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Portlaoise to Adare 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 Portlaoise to LimerickIc
2h 13m
€15–31
Bus, line 300 bus
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Limerick Arthur's Quay735
2. Take the bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Adare300
2h 47m
€19–26
Drive 126.3 km
1. Drive from Portlaoise to Adare126.3 km
1h 14m
€22–31
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Limerick JunctionIc
2. Take the train from Limerick Junction to LimerickIc / ...
3. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Adare13 / ...
2h 55m
€17–33

Portlaoise to Adare by train and bus

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2h 13mAverage Duration

€15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 140.8 km
Duration: 2h 13m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Portlaoise to Limerick 3 times a day. Tickets cost €11–16 and the journey takes 1h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Adare via Limerick Arthur's Quay in around 2h 47m.

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