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

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Coleraine is to bus and train which costs £30 - £50 and takes 7h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Coleraine is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Coleraine?

No, there is no direct bus from Portlaoise to Coleraine. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise JFL Avenue and arriving at Coleraine Buscentre via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 and Bridge Street 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Portlaoise and Coleraine?

No, there is no direct train from Portlaoise to Coleraine. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise and arriving at Coleraine via Heuston, Dublin Connolly and Great Victoria Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Coleraine?

The distance between Portlaoise and Coleraine is 227 miles. The road distance is 171.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Coleraine without a car is to train which takes 6h 36m and costs £35 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 6h 36m to get from Portlaoise to Coleraine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Coleraine bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Coleraine train from?

Portlaoise to Coleraine train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Portlaoise station.

Train or bus from Portlaoise to Coleraine?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Coleraine is to train which takes 6h 36m and costs £35 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 54m.

Where does the Portlaoise to Coleraine bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portlaoise to Coleraine train arrive?

Portlaoise to Coleraine train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Coleraine?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Coleraine is 172 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Portlaoise to Coleraine.

Where can I stay near Coleraine?

There are 737+ hotels available in Coleraine.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Portlaoise to Coleraine by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Dublin HeustonIc / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Great Victoria Street
3. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Coleraine
6h 36m
£36–54
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Eden Quay735
2. Take the bus from The Gresham Hotel to Europa Bus Centre
3. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Coleraine0
7h 14m
£33–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Dublin Airport Zone 16726
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 to Grand Central Station Durham Street785
3. Take the bus from Bridge Street 2 to Coleraine Buscentre218
6h 54m
Drive 170.9 mi
1. Drive from Portlaoise to Coleraine170.9 mi
4h 16m
£43–62

Portlaoise to Coleraine by train and tram

98Weekly Services

6h 36mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 225.4 mi
Duration: 6h 36m

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

You can take a train from Portlaoise to Coleraine via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, Dublin Connolly, and Great Victoria Street in around 6h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Coleraine Buscentre via Dublin Airport Zone 16, Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1, Grand Central Station Durham Street, and Bridge Street 2 in around 6h 54m.

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