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 13m.

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 station. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise JFL Avenue and arriving at Monaghan Bus Station via Dublin Airport Zone 12. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

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 13m and costs €27 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m 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 Avenue station.

Where does the Portlaoise to Monaghan bus arrive?

Portlaoise to Monaghan bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Dublin 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 82+ 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 Stationbus 32
4h 13m
€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
3. Take the bus from Portadown NIR Railway Stn to Monaghan Bus Stationbus 270 / ...
5h 39m
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 Avenue to Dublin Airport Zone 16bus 726
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 12 to Monaghan Bus Stationbus 32
4h 21m
€29–41
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Eden Quaybus 735
2. Take the bus from Parnell Square Nth to Monaghan Shopping Centrebus 180 / ...
5h 10m

Portlaoise to Monaghan by train, tram, and bus

112Weekly Services

4h 13mAverage Duration

€27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 214.8 km
Duration: 4h 13m

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

You can take a bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Monaghan Bus Station via Dublin Airport Zone 16 and Dublin Airport Zone 12 in around 4h 21m.

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