What is the cheapest way to get from Croke Park to Portlaoise?

The cheapest way to get from Croke Park to Portlaoise is to bus which costs €7 - €10 and takes 1h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Croke Park to Portlaoise?

The fastest way to get from Croke Park to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs €14 - €22.

Is there a direct bus between Croke Park and Portlaoise?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from George's Quay and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Ave. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Croke Park and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct train from Croke Park to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Connolly and arriving at Portlaoise via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

How far is it from Croke Park to Portlaoise?

The distance between Croke Park and Portlaoise is 86 km. The road distance is 86.2 km.

How do I travel from Croke Park to Portlaoise without a car?

The best way to get from Croke Park to Portlaoise without a car is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs €9 - €14.

How long does it take to get from Croke Park to Portlaoise?

It takes approximately 1h 55m to get from Croke Park to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Croke Park to Portlaoise bus from?

Croke Park to Portlaoise bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from George's Quay station.

Where do I catch the Croke Park to Portlaoise train from?

Croke Park to Portlaoise train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Dublin Heuston station.

Train or bus from Croke Park to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Croke Park to Portlaoise is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs €9 - €14. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €7 - €10 and takes 1h 58m.

Where does the Croke Park to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Croke Park to Portlaoise bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Portlaoise JFL Ave station.

Where does the Croke Park to Portlaoise train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Croke Park to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Croke Park to Portlaoise is 86 km. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Croke Park to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 72+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

Croke Park to Portlaoise - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Croke Park to Portlaoise by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
1h 55m
€10–14
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from George's Quay to Portlaoise JFL Avebus 735
1h 58m
€7–10
Drive 86.2 km
1. Drive from Croke Park to Portlaoisecar 86.2 km
1h 1m
€15–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Croke Park to Portlaoisetaxi 86.2 km
1h 1m
€120–160
Bus via Newbridge
1. Take the bus from Connolly Station to Toughers Ind Estatebus 126 / ...
2. Take the bus from Toughers Ind Estate to Portlaoise JFL Avebus 726
3h 6m
€7–10

Croke Park to Portlaoise by foot, tram, and train

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Distance: 86 km
Duration: 1h 55m

What companies run services between Croke Park, Ireland and Portlaoise, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Heuston to Portlaoise every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €8–12 and the journey takes 1h 12m. Alternatively, J.J.Kavanagh & Sons operates a bus from George's Quay to Portlaoise JFL Ave every 4 hours. Tickets cost €7–10 and the journey takes 1h 35m.

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