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

The cheapest way to get from Tuam to Portlaoise is to drive which costs €21 - €35 and takes 2h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tuam to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Tuam and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Tuam to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Tuam Vicar Street and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Longford Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Tuam to Portlaoise?

The distance between Tuam and Portlaoise is 197 km. The road distance is 131.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Tuam to Portlaoise without a car is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs €26 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Tuam to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tuam to Portlaoise bus from?

Tuam to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Tuam Vicar Street station.

Train or bus from Tuam to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Tuam to Portlaoise is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs €26 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €35 and takes 4h 57m.

Where does the Tuam to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Tuam to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Longford Station.

Can I drive from Tuam to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Tuam to Portlaoise is 131 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Tuam to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 67+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Tuam 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 Claremorris to Portarlington803 / ...
4h 28m
€26–39
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tuam Vicar Street to Galway Ceannt Station52 / ...
2. Take the train from Galway to PortarlingtonIc / ...
4h 43m
€20–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tuam Vicar Street to Longford Station65
2. Take the bus from Longford Station to Portlaoise JFL Avenue73
4h 57m
€22–33
Drive 131.4 km
1. Drive from Tuam to Portlaoise131.4 km
2h 4m
€22–32
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the bus from Tuam Holy Cross College to Dublin Airport Zone 15721
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Portlaoise JFL Avenue726
5h 19m
€29–42

Tuam to Portlaoise by bus, foot, and train

39Weekly Services

4h 28mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Tuam to Portlaoise.

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Distance: 197.2 km
Duration: 4h 28m

What companies run services between Tuam, IE-G, Ireland and Portlaoise, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Claremorris to Portarlington every 4 hours. Tickets cost €13–20 and the journey takes 2h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tuam Vicar Street to Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Longford Station in around 4h 57m.

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