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

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Dublin is to train which costs €8 - €12 and takes 1h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Dublin is to drive which takes 58 min and costs €14 - €21.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Dublin?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Portlaoise JFL Avenue and arriving at Eden Quay. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Portlaoise and Dublin?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Portlaoise and arriving at Dublin Heuston. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Dublin?

The distance between Portlaoise and Dublin is 82 km. The road distance is 83.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Dublin without a car is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs €8 - €12.

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

The train from Portlaoise to Dublin Heuston takes 1h 12m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Dublin bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Dublin train from?

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

Train or bus from Portlaoise to Dublin?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Dublin is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs €8 - €12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €10 - €14 and takes 1h 45m.

Where does the Portlaoise to Dublin bus arrive?

Portlaoise to Dublin bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Eden Quay station.

Where does the Portlaoise to Dublin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Dublin?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Dublin is 84 km. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Portlaoise to Dublin.

Where can I stay near Dublin?

There are 1066+ hotels available in Dublin.

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

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

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 Dublin Heustontrain 200 / ...
1h 12m
€8–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Eden Quaybus 735
1h 45m
€10–14
Drive 83.5 km
1. Drive from Portlaoise to Dublincar 83.5 km
58 min
€15–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Portlaoise to Dublintaxi 83.5 km
58 min
€120–150
Bus, line 126 bus
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Naas Odeon Cinemabus 726
2. Take the bus from Naas Odeon Cinema to Bachelors Walkbus 126 / ...
2h 34m
€12–15

Portlaoise to Dublin by train

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Distance: 81.6 km
Duration: 1h 12m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Portlaoise to Dublin Heuston hourly. Tickets cost €8–12 and the journey takes 1h 12m. Alternatively, J.J.Kavanagh & Sons operates a bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Eden Quay every 4 hours. Tickets cost €10–14 and the journey takes 1h 45m.

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