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

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Listowel is to bus which costs €20 - €40 and takes 4h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Listowel is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Listowel?

No, there is no direct bus from Portlaoise to Listowel. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise JFL Avenue and arriving at Listowel via Limerick Colbert Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Listowel?

The distance between Portlaoise and Listowel is 202 km. The road distance is 178.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Listowel without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 47m and costs €20 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Portlaoise to Listowel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Listowel bus from?

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

Train or bus from Portlaoise to Listowel?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Listowel is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs €26 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €40 and takes 4h 16m.

Where does the Portlaoise to Listowel bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Listowel?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Listowel is 178 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Portlaoise to Listowel.

Where can I stay near Listowel?

There are 133+ hotels available in Listowel.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Portlaoise to Listowel 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
best
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Limericktrain Re
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Listowelbus 13
3h 47m
€20–37
Train
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Traleetrain Ic
4h 42m
€27–46
Drive 178.3 km
1. Drive from Portlaoise to Listowelcar 178.3 km
2h 3m
€30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Limerick Arthur's Quaybus 735
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Listowelbus 13
4h 16m
€21–37
Train, bus via Tipperary
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Limerick Junctiontrain 208 / ...
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Listowelbus 13
4h 24m
€22–39

Portlaoise to Listowel by train and bus

24Weekly Services

3h 47mAverage Duration

€20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 201.8 km
Duration: 3h 47m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Portlaoise to Tralee once a week. Tickets cost €21–30 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Listowel via Limerick Arthur's Quay and Limerick Colbert Station in around 4h 16m.

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