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

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Monaghan is to train and bus which costs €27 - €40 and takes 4h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Monaghan is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Monaghan?

No, there is no direct bus from Portlaoise to Monaghan. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise JFL Ave and arriving at Monaghan Bus Stn via Airport Zone 12. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Monaghan?

The distance between Portlaoise and Monaghan is 215 km. The road distance is 165.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Monaghan without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 20m and costs €27 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Portlaoise to Monaghan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Monaghan bus from?

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

Where does the Portlaoise to Monaghan bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Monaghan?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Monaghan is 165 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Portlaoise to Monaghan.

Where can I stay near Monaghan?

There are 109+ hotels available in Monaghan.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Portlaoise to Monaghan 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 Dublin Heustontrain 200 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Monaghan Bus Stnbus 32
4h 20m
€27–39
Train, bus via Craigavon
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Dublin Heustontrain 200 / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Portadowntrain Ic / ...
3. Take the bus from Portadown Train Station [bus stop] to Monaghan Bus Stationbus 270 / ...
5h 42m
Drive 165.3 km
1. Drive from Portlaoise to Monaghancar 165.3 km
2h 39m
€28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Airport Zone 16bus 726
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 12 to Monaghan Bus Stnbus 32
4h 27m
€29–41
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Eden Quaybus 735
2. Take the bus from Parnell Square Nth to Monaghan SCbus 180 / ...
5h 10m

Portlaoise to Monaghan by train, tram, and bus

98Weekly Services

4h 20mAverage Duration

€27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 214.9 km
Duration: 4h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Monaghan Bus Stn via Airport Zone 16 and Airport Zone 12 in around 4h 27m.

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