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

The cheapest way to get from Athy to Portlaoise is to drive which costs €4 - €7 and takes 23 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Athy to Portlaoise is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs €35 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Athy and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Athy to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Athy and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Ave via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Athy and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct train from Athy to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Athy and arriving at Portlaoise via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Athy to Portlaoise?

The distance between Athy and Portlaoise is 57 km. The road distance is 24.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Athy to Portlaoise without a car is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs €7 - €11.

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

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Athy to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athy to Portlaoise bus from?

Athy to Portlaoise bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Kildare South Dublin, depart from Athy station.

Where do I catch the Athy to Portlaoise train from?

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

Train or bus from Athy to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Athy to Portlaoise is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs €7 - €11. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €8 - €14 and takes 1h 45m.

Where does the Athy to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Athy to Portlaoise bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Kildare South Dublin, arrive at Kildare station.

Where does the Athy to Portlaoise train arrive?

Athy to Portlaoise train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Kildare station.

Can I drive from Athy to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Athy to Portlaoise is 25 km. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Athy to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

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There are 4 ways to get from Athy to Portlaoise by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Athy to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Portlaoisetrain Re / ...
1h 24m
€7–11
Drive 24.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Athy to Portlaoisecar 24.6 km
23 min
€5–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athy to Kildarebus 883 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kildare to Portlaoise JFL Avebus 726
1h 45m
€8–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Athy to Portlaoisetaxi 24.6 km
23 min
€35–45

Athy to Portlaoise by train

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Distance: 57.1 km
Duration: 1h 24m

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

You can take a train from Athy to Portlaoise via Kildare in around 1h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Athy to Portlaoise JFL Ave via Kildare in around 1h 45m.

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