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

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Portmagee is to train and bus via Tralee which costs €23 - €45 and takes 6h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Portmagee is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Portmagee?

No, there is no direct bus from Portlaoise to Portmagee. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise JFL Avenue and arriving at Portmagee via Limerick Colbert Station, Rock Road and Cahersiveen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Portmagee?

The distance between Portlaoise and Portmagee is 295 km. The road distance is 277.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Portmagee without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 4m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 4m to get from Portlaoise to Portmagee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Portmagee bus from?

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

Where does the Portlaoise to Portmagee bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Portmagee?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Portmagee is 277 km. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Portlaoise to Portmagee.

Where can I stay near Portmagee?

There are 150+ hotels available in Portmagee.

Portlaoise to Portmagee - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Portlaoise to Portmagee 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 KillarneyIc
2. Take the bus from Killarney Bus Station to Cahersiveen280
6h 4m
Train, bus via Tralee
cheapest
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to TraleeIc
2. Take the bus from Tralee Bus Station to Cahersiveen279A
6h 55m
€24–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Limerick Arthur's Quay735
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Rock Road14
3. Take the bus from Rock Road to Cahersiveen280
8h 27m
Drive 277.2 km
1. Drive from Portlaoise to Portmagee277.2 km
3h 19m
€47–68

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 294.8 km
Duration: 6h 4m

What companies run services between Portlaoise, Ireland and Portmagee, IE-KY, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Portmagee via Limerick Arthur's Quay, Limerick Colbert Station, Rock Road, and Cahersiveen in around 8h 27m.

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