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

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Ballinasloe is to train which costs €10 - €16 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Ballinasloe is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs €13 - €19.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Ballinasloe?

No, there is no direct bus from Portlaoise to Ballinasloe. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise JFL Avenue and arriving at Ballinasloe via Moate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Portlaoise and Ballinasloe?

No, there is no direct train from Portlaoise to Ballinasloe. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise and arriving at Ballinasloe via Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Ballinasloe?

The distance between Portlaoise and Ballinasloe is 100 km. The road distance is 78.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Ballinasloe without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs €10 - €16.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Portlaoise to Ballinasloe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Ballinasloe bus from?

Portlaoise to Ballinasloe bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Portlaoise JFL Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Ballinasloe train from?

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

Train or bus from Portlaoise to Ballinasloe?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Ballinasloe is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs €10 - €16. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €25 and takes 3h 2m.

Where does the Portlaoise to Ballinasloe bus arrive?

Portlaoise to Ballinasloe bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Moate station.

Where does the Portlaoise to Ballinasloe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Ballinasloe?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Ballinasloe is 79 km. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Portlaoise to Ballinasloe.

Where can I stay near Ballinasloe?

There are 55+ hotels available in Ballinasloe.

Portlaoise to Ballinasloe - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Portlaoise to Ballinasloe 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 Ballinasloetrain Re / ...
2h 16m
€11–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Moatebus 73
2. Take the bus from Moate to Ballinasloebus 763
3h 2m
€17–25
Drive 78.5 km
1. Drive from Portlaoise to Ballinasloecar 78.5 km
1h 15m
€13–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Portlaoise to Ballinasloetaxi 78.5 km
1h 15m
€110–140

Portlaoise to Ballinasloe by train

66Weekly Trains

2h 16mAverage Duration

€11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 99.8 km
Duration: 2h 16m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Portarlington to Ballinasloe every 3 hours. Tickets cost €8–12 and the journey takes 1h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Ballinasloe via Moate in around 3h 2m.

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