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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymote to Portlaoise is to train which costs €26 - €40 and takes 4h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymote to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Ballymote and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymote to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Ballymote Centre and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Ave via Ballaghaderreen and Longford Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Ballymote and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct train from Ballymote to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Ballymote and arriving at Portlaoise via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Ballymote to Portlaoise?

The distance between Ballymote and Portlaoise is 185 km. The road distance is 165.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballymote to Portlaoise without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 12m and costs €28 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Ballymote to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymote to Portlaoise bus from?

Ballymote to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Ballaghaderreen station.

Where do I catch the Ballymote to Portlaoise train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballymote to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Ballymote to Portlaoise is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs €26 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 5h 44m.

Where does the Ballymote to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Ballymote to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Longford Stn station.

Where does the Ballymote to Portlaoise train arrive?

Ballymote to Portlaoise train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Ballymote to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymote to Portlaoise is 165 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Ballymote to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 71+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Ballymote to Longfordtrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Longford Stn to Portlaoise JFL Avebus 73
4h 12m
€28–39
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ballymote to Dublin Connollytrain Ic
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
4h 28m
€26–38
Drive 165.2 km
1. Drive from Ballymote to Portlaoisecar 165.2 km
2h 12m
€28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballaghaderreen to Longford Stnbus 22
2. Take the bus from Longford Stn to Portlaoise JFL Avebus 73
5h 44m
€37–55

Ballymote to Portlaoise by train and bus

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4h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 185.5 km
Duration: 4h 12m

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

You can take a train from Ballymote to Portlaoise via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 4h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballymote Centre to Portlaoise JFL Ave via Ballaghaderreen and Longford Stn in around 5h 44m.

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