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How to get fromPortlaoise to Holyheadby car, car ferry, train, ferry or bus

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

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  1. Drive, car ferry

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    1. Drive from Portlaoise to Dublin Terminal 1car
    2. Take the car ferry from Dublin Terminal 1 to Holyheadcarferry
    4h 34m
    £41–59
  2. Train, ferry

    1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Dublin HeustontrainIc / ...
    2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to HolyheadferryDublin Ferryport B+I-Holyhead
    6h 11m
    £43–57
  3. Train, ferry via Holyhead Ferry

    1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Dublin HeustontrainIc / ...
    2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferryferry0
    6h 21m
    £63–92
  4. Bus, ferry

    1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to 3Arenabus735
    2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to HolyheadferryDublin Ferryport B+I-Holyhead
    6h 24m
    £44–57

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

Calendar21Weekly Services
Duration6h 11mAverage Duration
Ticket£43Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

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 via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, The Point, and Dublin Ferryport B+I in around 6h 11m.

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