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

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Limerick is to bus which costs €11 - €16 and takes 1h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Limerick is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs €18 - €27.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Limerick?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Portlaoise JFL Avenue and arriving at Limerick Arthur's Quay. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Portlaoise and Limerick?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Portlaoise and arriving at Limerick. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 22m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Limerick?

The distance between Portlaoise and Limerick is 124 km. The road distance is 110.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Limerick without a car is to train which takes 1h 22m and costs €11 - €16.

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

The train from Portlaoise to Limerick takes 1h 22m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Limerick bus from?

Portlaoise to Limerick bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Portlaoise JFL Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Limerick train from?

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

Train or bus from Portlaoise to Limerick?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Limerick is to train which takes 1h 22m and costs €11 - €16. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €11 - €16 and takes 1h 40m.

Where does the Portlaoise to Limerick bus arrive?

Portlaoise to Limerick bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Limerick Arthur's Quay station.

Where does the Portlaoise to Limerick train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Limerick?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Limerick is 110 km. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Portlaoise to Limerick.

Where can I stay near Limerick?

There are 137+ hotels available in Limerick.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Portlaoise to Limerick 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
best
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to LimerickIc
1h 22m
€11–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Limerick Arthur's Quay735
1h 40m
€11–16
Drive 110.1 km
1. Drive from Portlaoise to Limerick110.1 km
1h 8m
€19–27
Train via Tipperary
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Limerick JunctionIc
2. Take the train from Limerick Junction to LimerickIc / ...
2h 4m
€13–18

Portlaoise to Limerick by train

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1h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 123.8 km
Duration: 1h 22m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Portlaoise to Limerick 3 times a day. Tickets cost €11–16 and the journey takes 1h 22m. Alternatively, J.J.Kavanagh & Sons operates a bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Limerick Arthur's Quay 5 times a day. Tickets cost €11–16 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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