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

The cheapest way to get from Skerries to Portlaoise is to line 33 bus and train which costs €11 - €17 and takes 3h 33m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Skerries and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Skerries to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Skerries and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Dublin Airport Zone 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Skerries and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct train from Skerries to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Skerries and arriving at Portlaoise via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from Skerries to Portlaoise?

The distance between Skerries and Portlaoise is 114 km. The road distance is 116.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Skerries to Portlaoise without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs €11 - €18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Skerries to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Skerries to Portlaoise bus from?

Skerries to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Go-Ahead Ireland, depart from Skerries station.

Where do I catch the Skerries to Portlaoise train from?

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

Train or bus from Skerries to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Skerries to Portlaoise is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs €11 - €18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €19 and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Skerries to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Skerries to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Go-Ahead Ireland, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 15 station.

Where does the Skerries to Portlaoise train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Skerries to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Skerries to Portlaoise is 116 km. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Skerries to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 67+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

Skerries to Portlaoise - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 33 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Skerries to Portlaoise 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 Skerries to Tara StreetRe / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to PortlaoiseIc / ...
2h 38m
€12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Skerries to Dublin Airport Zone 1533A
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Portlaoise JFL Avenue726
3h 15m
€12–18
Drive 116.3 km
1. Drive from Skerries to Portlaoise116.3 km
1h 19m
€20–29
Train via Dublin Connolly
1. Take the train from Skerries to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to PortlaoiseIc / ...
2h 41m
€13–19
Line 33 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Skerries to Abbey Street Lower33 / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to PortlaoiseIc / ...
3h 33m
€12–17

Skerries to Portlaoise by train and bus

115Weekly Services

2h 38mAverage Duration

€12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 113.9 km
Duration: 2h 38m

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

You can take a train from Skerries to Portlaoise via Tara Street, Dublin George's Quay Ulster Bank, Dublin Heuston Rail Station Phoenix Park & Dublin Zoo, and Dublin Heuston in around 2h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Skerries to Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Dublin Airport Zone 15 and Dublin Airport Zone 16 in around 3h 15m.

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