The average train between Portlaoise and Malahide takes 2h 22m and the fastest train takes 1h 35m. There is an hourly train service from Portlaoise to Malahide. 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 hourly between Portlaoise and Malahide. The earliest departure is at 5:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Portlaoise is at 10:30 PM which arrives into Malahide at 6:56 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 2h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 7m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Portlaoise to Malahide? 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 Malahide. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise station and arriving at Malahide station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.
Portlaoise to Malahide train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Portlaoise station.
Portlaoise to Malahide train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Malahide station.
The distance between Portlaoise and Malahide is 89.2 km. The road distance is 99 km.
You can take a train from Portlaoise to Malahide via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey St., and Tara Street in around 2h 16m.