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

The cheapest way to get from Balla to Portlaoise is to train which costs €22 - €40 and takes 3h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balla to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Balla and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Balla to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Balla and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Ave via UL Student Ctr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Balla and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct train from Balla to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Claremorris and arriving at Portlaoise via Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Balla to Portlaoise?

The distance between Balla and Portlaoise is 183 km. The road distance is 169.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Balla to Portlaoise without a car is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs €22 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Balla to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balla to Portlaoise bus from?

Balla to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Michael Moran, depart from Balla station.

Where do I catch the Balla to Portlaoise train from?

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

Train or bus from Balla to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Balla to Portlaoise is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs €22 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus via Limerick, which costs and takes 5h 16m.

Where does the Balla to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Balla to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Michael Moran, arrive at UL East Gate station.

Where does the Balla to Portlaoise train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Balla to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Balla to Portlaoise is 169 km. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Balla to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 74+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

Balla to Portlaoise - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Claremorris to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
3h 56m
€23–39
Bus via Limerick
1. Take the bus from Balla to UL East Gatebus Ul05
2. Take the bus from UL Student Ctr to Portlaoise JFL Avebus 735
5h 16m
Drive 169.4 km
1. Drive from Balla to Portlaoisecar 169.4 km
2h 24m
€29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Claremorris to Athlone Stnbus 440
2. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Portlaoise JFL Avebus 73
5h 32m
€44–65

Balla to Portlaoise by bus, foot, and train

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3h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 183.1 km
Duration: 3h 56m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Claremorris to Portarlington every 3 hours. Tickets cost €13–20 and the journey takes 2h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Balla to Portlaoise JFL Ave via UL East Gate and UL Student Ctr in around 5h 16m.

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