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

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Lurgan is to train which costs £19 - £28 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Lurgan is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Lurgan?

No, there is no direct bus from Portlaoise to Lurgan. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise JFL Avenue and arriving at Queen Street via Dublin Airport T1, Newry Bus Station and Banbridge Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Lurgan?

The distance between Portlaoise and Lurgan is 150 miles. The road distance is 131.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Lurgan without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £19 - £28.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Portlaoise to Lurgan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Lurgan bus from?

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

Train or bus from Portlaoise to Lurgan?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Lurgan is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £19 - £28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 44m.

Where does the Portlaoise to Lurgan bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Lurgan?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Lurgan is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Portlaoise to Lurgan.

Where can I stay near Lurgan?

There are 192+ hotels available in Lurgan.

Portlaoise to Lurgan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 551 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Portlaoise to Lurgan by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Dublin Heustontrain 200 / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Portadowntrain 1_Dn->Gc
4h 30m
£19–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Dublin Airport Zone 16bus 726
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Newry Bus Stationbus X1
5h 44m
Drive 130.4 mi
1. Drive from Portlaoise to Lurgancar 130.4 mi
2h 34m
£32–46
Bus, line 551 bus
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Eden Quaybus 735
2. Take the bus from The Gresham Hotel to Europa Bus Centrebus
3. Take the bus from Great Northern Mall to King's Park Primary Schoolbus 551
7h 25m

Portlaoise to Lurgan by train, tram, and bus

188Weekly Services

4h 30mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Portlaoise to Lurgan.

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Distance: 148.7 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a train from Portlaoise to Market Street Stop C via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, Dublin Connolly, Portadown, and High Street Stop A in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Queen Street via Dublin Airport Zone 16, Dublin Airport T1, Newry Bus Station, and Banbridge Bus Station in around 5h 44m.

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