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

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Athlone is to bus which costs €9 - €13 and takes 1h 27m.

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 €11 - €17.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Athlone?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Portlaoise JFL Avenue and arriving at Athlone Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 27m.

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 56m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Athlone?

The distance between Portlaoise and Athlone is 72 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 bus which takes 1h 27m and costs €9 - €13.

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

The bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Athlone Station takes 1h 27m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Athlone bus from?

Portlaoise to Athlone bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Portlaoise JFL Avenue 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 bus which takes 1h 27m and costs €9 - €13. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €8 - €13 and takes 1h 56m.

Where does the Portlaoise to Athlone bus arrive?

Portlaoise to Athlone bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Athlone 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 64+ 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 bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Athlone Station73
1h 27m
€9–13
Train
1. Take the train from Portarlington to AthloneRe
1h 56m
€9–13
Drive 70.4 km
1. Drive from Portlaoise to Athlone70.4 km
56 min
€12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Portlaoise to Athlone70.4 km
56 min
€100–120
Bus via Willow Park
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise James Fintan Lalor Ave to Athlone TUS10062 / ...
1h 53m
€9–14

Portlaoise to Athlone by bus

13Weekly Buses

1h 27mAverage Duration

€9Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Portlaoise to Athlone.

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Distance: 72.5 km
Duration: 1h 27m

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

Bus Éireann operates a bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Athlone Station twice daily. Tickets cost €9–13 and the journey takes 1h 27m. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Portarlington to Athlone every 2 hours. Tickets cost €6–9 and the journey takes 51 min.

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