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

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Castleisland is to bus which costs €26 - €40 and takes 4h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Castleisland is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Castleisland?

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

How far is it from Portlaoise to Castleisland?

The distance between Portlaoise and Castleisland is 241 km. The road distance is 191.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Castleisland without a car is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs €23 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Portlaoise to Castleisland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Castleisland bus from?

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

Train or bus from Portlaoise to Castleisland?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Castleisland is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs €23 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €40 and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the Portlaoise to Castleisland bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Castleisland?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Castleisland is 192 km. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Portlaoise to Castleisland.

Where can I stay near Castleisland?

There are 340+ hotels available in Castleisland.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Portlaoise to Castleisland 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 Portlaoise to Killarneytrain Ic
3h 51m
€24–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Limerick Arthur's Quaybus 735
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Castleislandbus 14
4h 20m
€27–37
Drive 191.6 km
1. Drive from Portlaoise to Castleislandcar 191.6 km
2h 7m
€33–47
Bus via Abbeyfeale
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to UL Student Centrebus 735
2. Take the bus from UL Student Centre to Abbeyfealebus 300
4h 57m
€25–44

Portlaoise to Castleisland by train and bus

1Weekly Services

3h 51mAverage Duration

€24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 240.7 km
Duration: 3h 51m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Portlaoise to Killarney once a week. Tickets cost €18–26 and the journey takes 2h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Castleisland via Limerick Arthur's Quay and Limerick Colbert Station in around 4h 20m.

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