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Balbriggan to Portlaoise trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Balbriggan and Portlaoise takes 2h 35m and the fastest train takes 2h 2m. There is a train service every few hours from Balbriggan to Portlaoise. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 35m
Duration
120 km
Distance
€17
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Balbriggan to Tara Streettrain train Re / ...
  2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Portlaoisetrain train Re / ...
2h 29m
€13–20

Balbriggan to Portlaoise train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Balbriggan and Portlaoise. The earliest departure is at 6:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Balbriggan is at 8:04 PM which arrives into Portlaoise at 11:25 PM. All services require a transfer at Tara Street and take an average of 2h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 28m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 39m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 23m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 38m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 28m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 39m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 23m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 38m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 28m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 39m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 23m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 38m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Balbriggan to Portlaoise? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Balbriggan to Portlaoise.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 119.8 km
  • Duration: 2h 35m

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

You can take a train from Balbriggan to Portlaoise via Tara Street, Abbey St., Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 2h 29m.

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