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

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Rathgar is to train which costs €10 - €16 and takes 1h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Rathgar is to drive which takes 56 min and costs €13 - €20.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Rathgar?

No, there is no direct bus from Portlaoise to Rathgar. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise JFL Avenue and arriving at Orwell Road via Eden Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Portlaoise and Rathgar?

No, there is no direct train from Portlaoise to Rathgar. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise and arriving at Beechwood via Heuston and Marlborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Rathgar?

The distance between Portlaoise and Rathgar is 87 km. The road distance is 82.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Rathgar without a car is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs €10 - €16.

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

It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from Portlaoise to Rathgar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Rathgar bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Rathgar train from?

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

Train or bus from Portlaoise to Rathgar?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Rathgar is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs €10 - €16. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €17 and takes 2h 12m.

Where does the Portlaoise to Rathgar bus arrive?

Portlaoise to Rathgar bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Eden Quay station.

Where does the Portlaoise to Rathgar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Rathgar?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Rathgar is 82 km. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Portlaoise to Rathgar.

Where can I stay near Rathgar?

There are 1066+ hotels available in Rathgar.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Portlaoise to Rathgar by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Dublin HeustonIc / ...
1h 43m
€10–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Eden Quay735
2h 12m
€13–17
Drive 82.1 km
1. Drive from Portlaoise to Rathgar82.1 km
56 min
€14–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Portlaoise to Rathgar82.1 km
56 min
€120–150
Bus, line 126 bus
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Naas Odeon Cinema726
2. Take the bus from Naas Odeon Cinema to Bachelors Walk126 / ...
3h 3m
€15–18

Portlaoise to Rathgar by train and tram

213Weekly Services

1h 43mAverage Duration

€10Cheapest Price

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Distance: 87.1 km
Duration: 1h 43m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Portlaoise to Dublin Heuston hourly. Tickets cost €8–12 and the journey takes 1h 11m. Alternatively, J.J.Kavanagh & Sons operates a bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Eden Quay every 4 hours. Tickets cost €10–14 and the journey takes 1h 45m.

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