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

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Skerries is to train and line 33 bus which costs €12 - €17 and takes 3h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Skerries is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs €19 - €29.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Skerries?

No, there is no direct bus from Portlaoise to Skerries. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise JFL Avenue and arriving at Skerries via Dublin Airport Zone 15. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Portlaoise and Skerries?

No, there is no direct train from Portlaoise to Skerries. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise and arriving at Skerries via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Skerries?

The distance between Portlaoise and Skerries is 113 km. The road distance is 115 km.

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

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Skerries without a car is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs €12 - €20.

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Portlaoise to Skerries, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Skerries bus from?

Portlaoise to Skerries bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Portlaoise JFL Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Skerries train from?

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

Train or bus from Portlaoise to Skerries?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Skerries is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs €12 - €20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €19 and takes 3h 50m.

Where does the Portlaoise to Skerries bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portlaoise to Skerries train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Skerries?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Skerries is 115 km. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Portlaoise to Skerries.

Where can I stay near Skerries?

There are 130+ hotels available in Skerries.

Portlaoise to Skerries - 4 ways to travel via train, line 33 bus, car, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Portlaoise to Skerries by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Dublin HeustonIc / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to SkerriesIc / ...
2h 42m
€12–19
Train, line 33 bus
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Dublin HeustonIc / ...
2. Take the bus from Abbey Street Lower to Skerries33 / ...
3h 29m
€12–16
Drive 115 km
1. Drive from Portlaoise to Skerries115 km
1h 18m
€20–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Dublin Airport Zone 16726
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 15 to Skerries33A
3h 50m
€14–19

Portlaoise to Skerries by train and tram

196Weekly Services

2h 42mAverage Duration

€12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 113.3 km
Duration: 2h 42m

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

You can take a train from Portlaoise to Skerries via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, and Dublin Connolly in around 2h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Skerries via Dublin Airport Zone 16 and Dublin Airport Zone 15 in around 3h 50m.

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