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

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Athlone is to train which costs €8 - €13 and takes 1h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Athlone is to drive which takes 56 min and costs €12 - €18.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Athlone?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Portlaoise JFL Ave and arriving at Athlone Stn. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Portlaoise and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Portlaoise to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise and arriving at Athlone via Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Athlone?

The distance between Portlaoise and Athlone is 77 km. The road distance is 70.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs €8 - €13.

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

It takes approximately 1h 18m to get from Portlaoise to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Athlone bus from?

Portlaoise to Athlone bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Portlaoise JFL Ave station.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Athlone train from?

Portlaoise to Athlone train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Portarlington station.

Train or bus from Portlaoise to Athlone?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Athlone is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs €8 - €13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €23 and takes 1h 30m.

Where does the Portlaoise to Athlone bus arrive?

Portlaoise to Athlone bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Athlone Stn station.

Where does the Portlaoise to Athlone train arrive?

Portlaoise to Athlone train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Athlone station.

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Athlone is 70 km. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Portlaoise to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 79+ hotels available in Athlone.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Portlaoise to Athlone 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 Portarlington to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
1h 18m
€9–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Athlone Stnbus 73
1h 30m
€17–23
Drive 70.4 km
1. Drive from Portlaoise to Athlonecar 70.4 km
56 min
€13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Portlaoise to Athlonetaxi 70.4 km
56 min
€100–120
Bus via Willow Park
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise James Fintan Lalor Ave to Athlone TUSbus 10062 / ...
1h 53m
€10–14

Portlaoise to Athlone by train

253Weekly Trains

1h 18mAverage Duration

€9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 77.1 km
Duration: 1h 18m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Portarlington to Athlone every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €6–9 and the journey takes 51 min. Alternatively, Bus Éireann operates a bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Athlone Stn twice daily. Tickets cost €17–23 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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