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

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Ballycastle is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Ballycastle is to drive which takes 3h 47m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Ballycastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Portlaoise to Ballycastle. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise JFL Avenue and arriving at Ballycastle Pres Church via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2, Bridge Street 2 and Ballymena Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 9m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Ballycastle?

The distance between Portlaoise and Ballycastle is 228 miles. The road distance is 191.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Ballycastle without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 11m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 11m to get from Portlaoise to Ballycastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Ballycastle bus from?

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

Where does the Portlaoise to Ballycastle bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Ballycastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Ballycastle is 191 miles. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Portlaoise to Ballycastle.

Where can I stay near Ballycastle?

There are 353+ hotels available in Ballycastle.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Portlaoise to Ballycastle 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 Dublin HeustonIc / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand CentralIc / ...
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Ballymena0
4. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus Station to Ballycastle Pres Church131 / ...
7h 11m
Drive 190.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portlaoise to Ballycastle190.4 mi
3h 47m
£47–68
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Eden Quay735
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Grand Central Bus Stand 11X1
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Ballymena0
4. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus Station to Ballycastle Pres Church131 / ...
8h 1m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Dublin Airport Zone 16726
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Europa Bus Centre
3. Take the bus from Bridge Street 2 to Ballymena Bus Station218 / ...
4. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus Station to Ballycastle Pres Church131 / ...
8h 9m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Portlaoise to Ballycastle.

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Distance: 226.5 mi
Duration: 7h 11m

What companies run services between Portlaoise, Ireland and Ballycastle, Northern Ireland?

You can take a bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Ballycastle Pres Church via Dublin Airport Zone 16, Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2, Europa Bus Centre, Bridge Street 2, and Ballymena Bus Station in around 8h 9m.

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