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

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Balbriggan is to bus which costs €13 - €17 and takes 4h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Balbriggan is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs €19 - €29.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Balbriggan?

No, there is no direct bus from Portlaoise to Balbriggan. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise JFL Avenue and arriving at Balbriggan via Dublin Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Portlaoise and Balbriggan?

No, there is no direct train from Portlaoise to Balbriggan. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise and arriving at Balbriggan via Heuston and Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Balbriggan?

The distance between Portlaoise and Balbriggan is 120 km. The road distance is 116.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Balbriggan without a car is to bus and line 101 bus which takes 2h 49m and costs €15 - €24.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Portlaoise to Balbriggan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Balbriggan bus from?

Portlaoise to Balbriggan bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Portlaoise JFL Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Balbriggan train from?

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

Train or bus from Portlaoise to Balbriggan?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Balbriggan is to bus and line 101 bus which takes 2h 49m and costs €15 - €24. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €13 - €20 and takes 3h 14m.

Where does the Portlaoise to Balbriggan bus arrive?

Portlaoise to Balbriggan bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 16 station.

Where does the Portlaoise to Balbriggan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Balbriggan?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Balbriggan is 116 km. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Portlaoise to Balbriggan.

Where can I stay near Balbriggan?

There are 152+ hotels available in Balbriggan.

Portlaoise to Balbriggan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 101 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Portlaoise to Balbriggan 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, line 101 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Dublin Airport Zone 16bus 726
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Balbrigganbus 101
2h 49m
€16–24
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Dublin Heustontrain 207 / ...
2. Take the train from Tara Street to Balbriggantrain Re / ...
3h 14m
€13–19
Train, line 101 bus
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Dublin Heustontrain 207 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Balbrigganbus 101
2h 57m
€15–22
Drive 116.1 km
1. Drive from Portlaoise to Balbriggancar 116.1 km
1h 15m
€20–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Eden Quaybus 735
2. Take the bus from Abbey Street Lower to Old Market Greenbus 33
4h 31m
€13–17

Portlaoise to Balbriggan by bus

228Weekly Buses

2h 49mAverage Duration

€16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 120.5 km
Duration: 2h 49m

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

You can take a bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Balbriggan via Dublin Airport Zone 16 and Dublin Airport Zone 13 in around 2h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Portlaoise to Balbriggan via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey Street, and Tara Street in around 3h 14m.

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