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

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Ballinrobe is to train which costs €16 - €26 and takes 4h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Ballinrobe is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Ballinrobe?

No, there is no direct bus from Portlaoise to Ballinrobe. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise JFL Ave and arriving at Ballinrobe via Moate and Galway Ceannt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Ballinrobe?

The distance between Portlaoise and Ballinrobe is 204 km. The road distance is 163.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Ballinrobe without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 30m and costs €28 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Portlaoise to Ballinrobe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Ballinrobe bus from?

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

Train or bus from Portlaoise to Ballinrobe?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Ballinrobe is to bus which takes 6h 4m and costs €40 - €60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €16 - €26 and takes 4h 32m.

Where does the Portlaoise to Ballinrobe bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Ballinrobe?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Ballinrobe is 164 km. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Portlaoise to Ballinrobe.

Where can I stay near Ballinrobe?

There are 128+ hotels available in Ballinrobe.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Portlaoise to Ballinrobe 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Portarlington to Galwaytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt to Ballinrobebus 456
4h 30m
€29–42
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Portarlington to Claremorristrain 804 / ...
4h 32m
€17–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Moatebus 73
2. Take the bus from Moate to Galway Coach Stnbus 763
3. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt to Ballinrobebus 456
6h 4m
€42–59
Drive 163.8 km
1. Drive from Portlaoise to Ballinrobecar 163.8 km
2h 34m
€29–41
Train, bus via Ballinrobe South
1. Take the train from Portarlington to Galwaytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Eyre Square to Ballinrobe Southbus 435
4h 43m
€23–31

Portlaoise to Ballinrobe by train and bus

35Weekly Services

4h 30mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 203.7 km
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Ballinrobe via Moate, Galway Coach Stn, and Galway Ceannt in around 6h 4m. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Portarlington to Claremorris every 4 hours. Tickets cost €13–20 and the journey takes 2h 1m.

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