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

The cheapest way to get from Drumcondra to Portlaoise is to bus which costs €9 - €13 and takes 2h 50m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Drumcondra and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Drumcondra to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Botanic Ave and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Ave via George's Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Drumcondra and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct train from Drumcondra to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Drumcondra and arriving at Portlaoise via Cherry Orchard. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Drumcondra to Portlaoise?

The distance between Drumcondra and Portlaoise is 86 km. The road distance is 86.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Drumcondra to Portlaoise without a car is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs €9 - €15.

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

It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from Drumcondra to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Drumcondra to Portlaoise bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Drumcondra to Portlaoise train from?

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

Train or bus from Drumcondra to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Drumcondra to Portlaoise is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs €9 - €15. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €9 - €13 and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Drumcondra to Portlaoise bus arrive?

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

Where does the Drumcondra to Portlaoise train arrive?

Drumcondra to Portlaoise train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Cherry Orchard station.

Can I drive from Drumcondra to Portlaoise?

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

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 71+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

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

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

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1. Take the train from Drumcondra to Cherry Orchardtrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Cherry Orchard to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
1h 43m
€9–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from George's Quay to Portlaoise JFL Avebus 735
2h 50m
€10–13
Drive 86.4 km
1. Drive from Drumcondra to Portlaoisecar 86.4 km
1h 1m
€15–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Drumcondra to Portlaoisetaxi 86.4 km
1h 1m
€120–160
Bus via Newbridge
1. Take the bus from George's Quay to Toughers Ind Estatebus 126 / ...
2. Take the bus from Toughers Ind Estate to Portlaoise JFL Avebus 726
3h 19m
€11–14

Drumcondra to Portlaoise by train

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Distance: 85.8 km
Duration: 1h 43m

What companies run services between Drumcondra, IE-D, Ireland and Portlaoise, Ireland?

You can take a train from Drumcondra to Portlaoise via Cherry Orchard in around 1h 43m. 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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