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

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Keady is to bus via Hanratty's Pub which costs £18 - £28 and takes 5h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Keady is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Keady?

No, there is no direct bus from Portlaoise to Keady. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise JFL Avenue and arriving at Kinelowen Street via Dublin Airport Zone 12 and Hanratty's Pub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Keady?

The distance between Portlaoise and Keady is 129 miles. The road distance is 103.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Keady without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 57m and costs £18 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Portlaoise to Keady, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Keady bus from?

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

Train or bus from Portlaoise to Keady?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Keady is to train which takes 6h 34m and costs £22 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus via Hanratty's Pub, which costs £18 - £28 and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the Portlaoise to Keady bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Keady?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Keady is 104 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Portlaoise to Keady.

Where can I stay near Keady?

There are 108+ hotels available in Keady.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Dublin HeustonIc / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Castleblayney32
4h 57m
£18–33
Train
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Dublin HeustonIc / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Portadown1 Dn->Gc
6h 34m
£22–33
Drive 103.3 mi
1. Drive from Portlaoise to Keady103.3 mi
2h 46m
£26–38
Bus via Hanratty's Pub
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Dublin Airport Zone 16726
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 12 to Castleblayney32
5h 38m
£19–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Dublin Airport Zone 16726
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Lonsdale RoadX4
5h 50m

Portlaoise to Keady by train, tram, and bus

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4h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 128.6 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Portlaoise, Ireland and Keady, Northern Ireland?

You can take a train from Portlaoise to Kinelowen Street via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, Dublin Connolly, Portadown, Portadown NIR Railway Stn, and Armagh Bus Station in around 6h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Kinelowen Street via Dublin Airport Zone 16, Dublin Airport Zone 12, and Hanratty's Pub in around 5h 38m.

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