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

The cheapest way to get from Roscommon to Portlaoise is to train which costs €10 - €17 and takes 2h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Roscommon to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs €17 - €25.

Is there a direct bus between Roscommon and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Roscommon to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Roscommon and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Athlone Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Roscommon and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct train from Roscommon to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Roscommon and arriving at Portlaoise via Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Roscommon to Portlaoise?

The distance between Roscommon and Portlaoise is 107 km. The road distance is 103 km.

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

The best way to get from Roscommon to Portlaoise without a car is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs €10 - €17.

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

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Roscommon to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Roscommon to Portlaoise bus from?

Roscommon to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Roscommon station.

Where do I catch the Roscommon to Portlaoise train from?

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

Train or bus from Roscommon to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Roscommon to Portlaoise is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs €10 - €17. Alternatively, you can line 440 bus and bus, which costs €14 - €22 and takes 3h.

Where does the Roscommon to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Roscommon to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Athlone Station.

Where does the Roscommon to Portlaoise train arrive?

Roscommon to Portlaoise train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Portarlington station.

Can I drive from Roscommon to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Roscommon to Portlaoise is 103 km. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Roscommon to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 64+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

Roscommon to Portlaoise - 4 ways to travel via train, line 440 bus, bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Roscommon to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
2h 14m
€11–16
Line 440 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Roscommon to Athlone Stationbus 440 / ...
2. Take the bus from Athlone Station to Portlaoise JFL Avenuebus 73
3h
€15–21
Drive 103 km
1. Drive from Roscommon to Portlaoisecar 103 km
1h 19m
€18–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Roscommon Casey's Filling Station to Athlone ITbus Ai02
2. Take the bus from Athlone TUS to Portlaoise James Fintan Lalor Avebus 10062 / ...
3h 35m
€13–19

Roscommon to Portlaoise by train

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2h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 107 km
Duration: 2h 14m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Roscommon to Portarlington 5 times a day. Tickets cost €8–13 and the journey takes 1h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Roscommon to Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Athlone Station in around 3h.

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