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

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Drogheda is to train and bus which costs €16 - €25 and takes 3h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Drogheda is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs €19 - €29.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Drogheda?

No, there is no direct bus from Portlaoise to Drogheda station. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise JFL Avenue and arriving at Drogheda Bus Station via Dublin Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Portlaoise and Drogheda?

No, there is no direct train from Portlaoise to Drogheda. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise and arriving at Drogheda via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Drogheda?

The distance between Portlaoise and Drogheda is 135 km. The road distance is 119.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Drogheda without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs €18 - €28.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Portlaoise to Drogheda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Drogheda bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Drogheda train from?

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

Train or bus from Portlaoise to Drogheda?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Drogheda is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs €18 - €28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €35 and takes 2h 46m.

Where does the Portlaoise to Drogheda bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portlaoise to Drogheda train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Drogheda?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Drogheda is 120 km. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Portlaoise to Drogheda.

Where can I stay near Drogheda?

There are 128+ hotels available in Drogheda.

Portlaoise to Drogheda - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Portlaoise to Drogheda by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Dublin Heuston200 / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to DroghedaIc / ...
2h 25m
€18–27
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Dublin Heuston200 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to St Marys Hospital101
3h 27m
€16–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Dublin Airport Zone 16726
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Drogheda Bus Station100X
2h 46m
€17–33
Drive 119.5 km
1. Drive from Portlaoise to Drogheda119.5 km
1h 36m
€20–29
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Eden Quay735
2. Take the bus from Cumberland Street North to George's Street901
3h 32m
€19–23

Portlaoise to Drogheda by train, tram, and foot

210Weekly Services

2h 25mAverage Duration

€18Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Portlaoise to Drogheda.

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Distance: 135.4 km
Duration: 2h 25m

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

You can take a train from Portlaoise to Drogheda via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Busáras, and Dublin Connolly in around 2h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Drogheda Bus Station via Dublin Airport Zone 16 and Dublin Airport Zone 13 in around 2h 46m.

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