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

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Ballygar is to drive which costs €17 - €25 and takes 1h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Ballygar is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs €17 - €25.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Ballygar?

No, there is no direct bus from Portlaoise to Ballygar. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise JFL Avenue and arriving at Ballygar via Longford Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Ballygar?

The distance between Portlaoise and Ballygar is 123 km. The road distance is 101.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Ballygar without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs €35 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Portlaoise to Ballygar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Ballygar bus from?

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

Train or bus from Portlaoise to Ballygar?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Ballygar is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs €35 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €28 and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the Portlaoise to Ballygar bus arrive?

Portlaoise to Ballygar bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Longford Station.

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Ballygar?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Ballygar is 102 km. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Portlaoise to Ballygar.

Where can I stay near Ballygar?

There are 43+ hotels available in Ballygar.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Portlaoise to Ballygar 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
best
1. Take the train from Portarlington to Roscommon806 / ...
2h 36m
€37–49
Drive 101.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Portlaoise to Ballygar101.9 km
1h 25m
€17–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Longford Station73
2. Take the bus from Longford Station to Ballygar65 / ...
4h 20m
€19–28
Bus via Athlone
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise James Fintan Lalor Ave to Athlone TUS10062 / ...
2. Take the bus from Athlone IT to Roscommon Casey's Filling StationAi02
5h

Portlaoise to Ballygar by bus

1Weekly Buses

4h 20mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Portlaoise to Ballygar.

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Distance: 123.3 km
Duration: 2h 36m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Portarlington to Roscommon twice daily. Tickets cost €8–13 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Ballygar via Longford Station in around 4h 20m.

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