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

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to County Clare is to bus which costs €13 - €21 and takes 2h 52m.

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 €24 - €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 Ave and arriving at Ennis Frs Walk via Limerick Arthurs Qy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

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. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to County Clare?

The distance between Portlaoise and County Clare is 163 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 which takes 2h 27m and costs €15 - €23.

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

It takes approximately 2h 27m 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 Ave 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 train which takes 2h 27m and costs €15 - €23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €21 and takes 2h 52m.

Where does the Portlaoise to County Clare bus arrive?

Portlaoise to County Clare bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Limerick Arthurs Qy 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 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 119+ 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
best
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Limericktrain Re
2. Take the train from Limerick to Ennistrain Ic / ...
2h 27m
€15–23
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Limerick Arthurs Qybus 735
2. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Ennis Frs Walkbus 300
2h 52m
€13–20
Drive 139.4 km
1. Drive from Portlaoise to County Clarecar 139.4 km
1h 40m
€24–35
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Limericktrain Re
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Ennis Stationbus 51
2h 59m
€23–36

Portlaoise to County Clare by train

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2h 27mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Portlaoise to County Clare.

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Distance: 163.1 km
Duration: 2h 27m

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

You can take a train from Portlaoise to Ennis via Limerick in around 2h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Ennis Frs Walk via Limerick Arthurs Qy in around 2h 52m.

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