The average train between Portlaoise and Bangor takes 5h 15m and the fastest train takes 4h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Portlaoise to Bangor. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Portlaoise and Bangor. The earliest departure is at 5:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Portlaoise is at 5:25 PM which arrives into Bangor at 12:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 5h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 28m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Portlaoise to Bangor? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Portlaoise to Bangor. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise station and arriving at Bangor station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.
Portlaoise to Bangor train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Portlaoise station.
Portlaoise to Bangor train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.
The distance between Portlaoise and Bangor is 210.2 km. The road distance is 286 km.
You can take a train from Portlaoise to Bangor via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, Dublin Connolly, and Belfast Grand Central in around 4h 59m.