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

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Donabate is to bus and train which costs €10 - €15 and takes 2h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Donabate is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs €18 - €27.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Donabate?

No, there is no direct bus from Portlaoise to Donabate. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise JFL Ave and arriving at Donabate via Airport Zone 15 and Swords Pavilions. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Portlaoise and Donabate?

No, there is no direct train from Portlaoise to Donabate. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise and arriving at Donabate via Heuston and Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Donabate?

The distance between Portlaoise and Donabate is 103 km. The road distance is 105 km.

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

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Donabate without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs €12 - €19.

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

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Portlaoise to Donabate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Donabate bus from?

Portlaoise to Donabate bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Portlaoise JFL Ave station.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Donabate train from?

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

Train or bus from Portlaoise to Donabate?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Donabate is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs €12 - €19. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €14 - €20 and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the Portlaoise to Donabate bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portlaoise to Donabate train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Donabate?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Donabate is 105 km. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Portlaoise to Donabate.

Where can I stay near Donabate?

There are 1100+ hotels available in Donabate.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Tara Street to Donabatetrain special train / ...
2h 23m
€12–18
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Eden Quaybus 735
2. Take the train from Tara Street to Donabatetrain special train / ...
2h 36m
€10–15
Drive 105 km
1. Drive from Portlaoise to Donabatecar 105 km
1h 9m
€19–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Airport Zone 16bus 726
3h 5m
€14–20

Portlaoise to Donabate by train, tram, and foot

214Weekly Services

2h 23mAverage Duration

€12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 103.4 km
Duration: 2h 23m

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

You can take a train from Portlaoise to Donabate via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey St., and Tara Street in around 2h 23m. Alternatively, Dublin Coach operates a bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Airport Zone 16 hourly. Tickets cost €10–14 and the journey takes 2h. J.J.Kavanagh & Sons also services this route every 3 hours.

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