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

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Letterkenny is to train and bus via Dublin which costs €30 - €45 and takes 6h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Letterkenny is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Letterkenny?

No, there is no direct bus from Portlaoise to Letterkenny. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise JFL Ave and arriving at Letterkenny Bus via Airport Zone 12. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Letterkenny?

The distance between Portlaoise and Letterkenny is 320 km. The road distance is 257.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Letterkenny without a car is to train and bus via Dublin which takes 6h 10m and costs €30 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 6h 10m to get from Portlaoise to Letterkenny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Letterkenny bus from?

Portlaoise to Letterkenny bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Portlaoise JFL Ave station.

Where does the Portlaoise to Letterkenny bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Letterkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Letterkenny is 257 km. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Portlaoise to Letterkenny.

Where can I stay near Letterkenny?

There are 189+ hotels available in Letterkenny.

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

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

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

Train, bus via Dublin
best
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Dublin Heustontrain 200 / ...
2. Take the bus from Parnell Square Nth to Letterkenny Busbus 932 / ...
6h 10m
€33–43
Drive 257.4 km
1. Drive from Portlaoise to Letterkennycar 257.4 km
3h 37m
€44–63
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Airport Zone 16bus 726
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 12 to Letterkenny Busbus 32
6h 34m
€35–56
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Dublin Heustontrain 200 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Letterkenny Busbus 32
6h 46m
€36–53
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Eden Quaybus 735
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Letterkenny Busbus 32
7h 10m
€37–54

Portlaoise to Letterkenny by train, tram, foot, and bus

45Weekly Services

6h 10mAverage Duration

€33Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Portlaoise to Letterkenny.

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Distance: 319.7 km
Duration: 6h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Letterkenny Bus via Airport Zone 16 and Airport Zone 12 in around 6h 34m.

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