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

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Londonderry is to train and bus which costs £30 - £45 and takes 7h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Londonderry is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Londonderry?

No, there is no direct bus from Portlaoise to Londonderry. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise JFL Avenue and arriving at North West Transport Hub via Dublin Airport T1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Portlaoise and Londonderry?

No, there is no direct train from Portlaoise to Londonderry. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise and arriving at Derry-Londonderry via Heuston, Dublin Connolly and Belfast Great Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Londonderry?

The distance between Portlaoise and Londonderry is 208 miles. The road distance is 161.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Londonderry without a car is to bus which takes 6h 35m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from Portlaoise to Londonderry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Londonderry bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Londonderry train from?

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

Train or bus from Portlaoise to Londonderry?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Londonderry is to bus which takes 6h 35m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 7h 13m.

Where does the Portlaoise to Londonderry bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portlaoise to Londonderry train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Londonderry?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Londonderry is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Portlaoise to Londonderry.

Where can I stay near Londonderry?

There are 340+ hotels available in Londonderry.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Portlaoise to Londonderry by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Dublin Airport Zone 16bus 726
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to North West Transport Hubbus X4 / ...
6h 35m
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Dublin Heustontrain 200 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 20 to Derry Foylesidebus 705x
7h 16m
£31–43
Train
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Dublin Heustontrain 200 / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Derry-Londonderrytrain
7h 13m
£36–54
Drive 160.3 mi
1. Drive from Portlaoise to Londonderrycar 160.3 mi
3h 33m
£39–55
Bus via Letterkenny Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Eden Quaybus 735
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Letterkenny Bus Stationbus 32
8h 50m
£37–61

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Portlaoise to Londonderry.

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Distance: 207.1 mi
Duration: 6h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to North West Transport Hub via Dublin Airport Zone 16 and Dublin Airport T1 in around 6h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Portlaoise to Derry-Londonderry via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, Dublin Connolly, and Belfast Great Central in around 7h 13m.

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