What is the cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to County Clare?

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to County Clare is to train which costs €16 - €26 and takes 3h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portlaoise to County Clare?

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to County Clare is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and County Clare?

No, there is no direct bus from Portlaoise to County Clare. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise JFL Avenue and arriving at Ennis Friars Walk via UL Student Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Portlaoise and County Clare?

No, there is no direct train from Portlaoise to County Clare. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise and arriving at Ennis via Limerick Junction and Limerick. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to County Clare?

The distance between Portlaoise and County Clare is 172 km. The road distance is 139.4 km.

How do I travel from Portlaoise to County Clare without a car?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to County Clare without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 59m and costs €18 - €35.

How long does it take to get from Portlaoise to County Clare?

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Portlaoise to County Clare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to County Clare bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to County Clare train from?

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

Train or bus from Portlaoise to County Clare?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to County Clare is to bus which takes 3h 1m and costs €19 - €28. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €16 - €26 and takes 3h 38m.

Where does the Portlaoise to County Clare bus arrive?

Portlaoise to County Clare bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at UL Student Centre station.

Where does the Portlaoise to County Clare train arrive?

Portlaoise to County Clare train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Limerick Junction station.

Can I drive from Portlaoise to County Clare?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to County Clare is 139 km. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Portlaoise to County Clare.

Where can I stay near County Clare?

There are 105+ hotels available in County Clare.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Portlaoise to County Clare 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 Limericktrain Re
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Ennis Stationbus 51
2h 59m
€18–34
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Limerick Junctiontrain 208 / ...
2. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Limericktrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Limerick to Ennistrain Ic / ...
3h 38m
€17–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to UL Student Centrebus 735
2. Take the bus from UL Student Centre to Ennis Friars Walkbus 300
3h 1m
€19–27
Drive 139.4 km
1. Drive from Portlaoise to County Clarecar 139.4 km
1h 40m
€24–35

Portlaoise to County Clare by train and bus

24Weekly Services

2h 59mAverage Duration

€18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 171.5 km
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Portlaoise, Ireland and County Clare, IE-CE, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Ennis Friars Walk via UL Student Centre in around 3h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Portlaoise to Ennis via Limerick Junction and Limerick in around 3h 38m.

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