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

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Salthill is to bus which costs €14 - €20 and takes 4h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Salthill is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Salthill?

No, there is no direct bus from Portlaoise to Salthill. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise JFL Avenue and arriving at Droim Chaoin via Birr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Salthill?

The distance between Portlaoise and Salthill is 158 km. The road distance is 140.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Salthill without a car is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs €16 - €28.

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Portlaoise to Salthill, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Salthill bus from?

Portlaoise to Salthill bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Laois Offaly, depart from Portlaoise JFL Avenue station.

Train or bus from Portlaoise to Salthill?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Salthill is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs €16 - €28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €14 - €20 and takes 4h 18m.

Where does the Portlaoise to Salthill bus arrive?

Portlaoise to Salthill bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Laois Offaly, arrive at Birr station.

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Salthill?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Salthill is 140 km. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Portlaoise to Salthill.

Where can I stay near Salthill?

There are 557+ hotels available in Salthill.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Portlaoise to Salthill 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
best
1. Take the train from Portarlington to GalwayIc / ...
3h 15m
€17–28
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Birr823
2. Take the bus from Birr to Droim Chaoin844
4h 18m
€14–19
Drive 140.4 km
1. Drive from Portlaoise to Salthill140.4 km
1h 52m
€24–35
Bus via Moate
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Moate73
2. Take the bus from Moate to Galway Coach Station763
4h 23m
€23–36

Portlaoise to Salthill by train and bus

67Weekly Services

3h 15mAverage Duration

€17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 158.3 km
Duration: 3h 15m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Portarlington to Galway every 3 hours. Tickets cost €12–18 and the journey takes 1h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Droim Chaoin via Birr in around 4h 18m.

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