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

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Ballybunion is to bus which costs €22 - €35 and takes 5h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Ballybunion is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Ballybunion?

No, there is no direct bus from Portlaoise to Ballybunion. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise JFL Avenue and arriving at Ballybunnion via Limerick Colbert Station and Listowel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Ballybunion?

The distance between Portlaoise and Ballybunion is 226 km. The road distance is 193 km.

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

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Ballybunion without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 48m and costs €22 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Portlaoise to Ballybunion, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Ballybunion bus from?

Portlaoise to Ballybunion bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Portlaoise JFL Avenue station.

Train or bus from Portlaoise to Ballybunion?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Ballybunion is to train which takes 5h 32m and costs €30 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus via Listowel, which costs €24 - €45 and takes 5h 12m.

Where does the Portlaoise to Ballybunion bus arrive?

Portlaoise to Ballybunion bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Limerick Arthur's Quay station.

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Ballybunion?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Ballybunion is 193 km. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Portlaoise to Ballybunion.

Where can I stay near Ballybunion?

There are 114+ hotels available in Ballybunion.

Portlaoise to Ballybunion - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Portlaoise to Ballybunion 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 Portlaoise to LimerickIc
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Ballybunnion314
4h 48m
€22–33
Train
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to TraleeIc
5h 32m
€31–53
Drive 193 km
1. Drive from Portlaoise to Ballybunion193 km
2h 11m
€33–48
Bus via Listowel
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Limerick Arthur's Quay735
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Listowel13 / ...
5h 12m
€25–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Limerick Arthur's Quay735
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Ballybunnion314
5h 14m
€23–33
Train, bus via Tipperary
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Limerick JunctionIc
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Listowel13 / ...
5h 25m
€26–46

Portlaoise to Ballybunion by train and bus

24Weekly Services

4h 48mAverage Duration

€22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 226 km
Duration: 4h 48m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Portlaoise to Tralee once a week. Tickets cost €21–30 and the journey takes 3h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Ballybunnion via Limerick Arthur's Quay, Limerick Colbert Station, and Listowel in around 5h 12m.

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