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

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Holyhead is to bus and ferry which costs £40 - £60 and takes 6h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Holyhead is to drive and car ferry which takes 4h 34m and costs £40 - £60.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Holyhead?

The distance between Portlaoise and Holyhead is 122 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Holyhead without a car is to train and ferry which takes 6h 16m and costs £65 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Portlaoise to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 917+ hotels available in Holyhead.

Portlaoise to Holyhead - 3 ways to travel via train, car, car ferry, and ferry

There are 3 ways to get from Portlaoise to Holyhead by car, car ferry, train, ferry, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Drive, car ferry
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1. Drive from Portlaoise to Dublin Terminal 1
2. Take the car ferry from Dublin Terminal 1 to Holyhead
4h 34m
£41–59
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Dublin HeustonIc / ...
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferry0
6h 16m
£65–96
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to 3Arena735
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to HolyheadDublin Ferryport B+I-Holyhead
6h 29m
£44–57

Portlaoise to Holyhead by train, tram, bus, foot, and ferry

26Weekly Services

6h 16mAverage Duration

£65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 121 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

What companies run services between Portlaoise, Ireland and Holyhead, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Portlaoise to Holyhead. However, you can drive to Dublin Terminal 1 then take the car ferry to Holyhead. Alternatively, you can take a train from Portlaoise to Holyhead Ferry via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey Street, Eden Quay, The Point, and Dublin Ferryport B+I in around 6h 16m.

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