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How to get fromPortlaoise to Croagh Patrickby train, bus, or car

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

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  1. Train

    best
    1. Take the train from Portarlington to Westporttrain train 804 / ...
    4h 13m
    €42–55

  2. Drive  212.4 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Portlaoise to Croagh Patrickcar car 212.4 km
    3h 13m
    €38–54

  3. Bus via Limerick

    1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to UL Student Ctrbus bus 735
    2. Take the bus from UL East Gate to Westportbus bus Ul05
    6h 17m

  4. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Athlone Stnbus bus 73
    2. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Westportbus bus 440
    6h 26m
    €67–89

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  • Distance: 224.2 km
  • Duration: 4h 13m

What companies run services between Portlaoise, Ireland and Croagh Patrick, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Portarlington to Westport twice daily. Tickets cost €17–24 and the journey takes 2h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Croagh Patrick via UL Student Ctr, UL East Gate, and Westport in around 6h 17m.

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