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

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Clonakilty is to train and bus which costs €26 - €40 and takes 3h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Clonakilty is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Clonakilty?

No, there is no direct bus from Portlaoise to Clonakilty. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise JFL Avenue and arriving at Clonakilty N71 via Henry Street and Cork Saint Patrick's Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Clonakilty?

The distance between Portlaoise and Clonakilty is 236 km. The road distance is 218.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Clonakilty without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 56m and costs €26 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Portlaoise to Clonakilty, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Clonakilty bus from?

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

Where does the Portlaoise to Clonakilty bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Clonakilty?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Clonakilty is 218 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Portlaoise to Clonakilty.

Where can I stay near Clonakilty?

There are 106+ hotels available in Clonakilty.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Portlaoise to Clonakilty 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 Corktrain 208 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station to Clonakiltybus 237
3h 56m
€26–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Limerick Arthur's Quaybus 735
2. Take the bus from Henry Street to Cork Anderson's Quaybus 251
3. Take the bus from Cork Saint Patrick's Quay to Clonakilty N71bus 230
6h 31m
Drive 218.3 km
1. Drive from Portlaoise to Clonakiltycar 218.3 km
2h 19m
€37–54
Train, bus via Clonakilty N71
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Corktrain 208 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cork Saint Patrick's Quay to Clonakilty N71bus 230
4h 5m

Portlaoise to Clonakilty by train and bus

35Weekly Services

3h 56mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 236.1 km
Duration: 3h 56m

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

You can take a bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Clonakilty N71 via Limerick Arthur's Quay, Henry Street, Cork Anderson's Quay, and Cork Saint Patrick's Quay in around 6h 31m.

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