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

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Galway is to bus which costs €14 - €20 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Galway is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Galway?

No, there is no direct bus from Portlaoise to Galway. However, there are services departing from Market Sq and arriving at Merchants Rd via Birr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Portlaoise and Galway?

No, there is no direct train from Portlaoise to Galway. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise and arriving at Galway via Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Galway?

The distance between Portlaoise and Galway is 156 km. The road distance is 138.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Galway without a car is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs €14 - €22.

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Portlaoise to Galway, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Galway bus from?

Portlaoise to Galway bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Laois Offaly, depart from Market Sq station.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Galway train from?

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

Train or bus from Portlaoise to Galway?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Galway is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs €14 - €22. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €14 - €20 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Portlaoise to Galway bus arrive?

Portlaoise to Galway bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Laois Offaly, arrive at Birr station.

Where does the Portlaoise to Galway train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Galway?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Galway is 139 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Portlaoise to Galway.

Where can I stay near Galway?

There are 685+ hotels available in Galway.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portarlington to Galwaytrain Ic / ...
2h 40m
€15–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Market Sq to Birrbus 823
2. Take the bus from Birr to Merchants Rdbus 844
3h 55m
€15–19
Drive 138.8 km
1. Drive from Portlaoise to Galwaycar 138.8 km
1h 51m
€24–35
Bus via Moate
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Moatebus 73
2. Take the bus from Moate to Galway Coach Stnbus 763
4h 2m
€28–39

Portlaoise to Galway by train

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Distance: 155.5 km
Duration: 2h 40m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Portarlington to Galway hourly. Tickets cost €12–18 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Sq to Merchants Rd via Birr in around 3h 55m.

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