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

The cheapest way to get from Ennis to Portlaoise is to bus which costs €13 - €20 and takes 3h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ennis to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Ennis and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Ennis to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Ennis Frs Walk and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Ave via UL Student Ctr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Ennis and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct train from Ennis to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Ennis and arriving at Portlaoise via Limerick and Limerick Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Ennis to Portlaoise?

The distance between Ennis and Portlaoise is 165 km. The road distance is 137.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Ennis to Portlaoise without a car is to train via Tipperary which takes 2h 48m and costs €16 - €26.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Ennis to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ennis to Portlaoise bus from?

Ennis to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Ennis Frs Walk station.

Where do I catch the Ennis to Portlaoise train from?

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

Train or bus from Ennis to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Ennis to Portlaoise is to train via Tipperary which takes 2h 48m and costs €16 - €26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €20 and takes 3h 40m.

Where does the Ennis to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Ennis to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at UL Student Ctr station.

Where does the Ennis to Portlaoise train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ennis to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Ennis to Portlaoise is 138 km. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Ennis to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

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

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Train via Tipperary
best
1. Take the train from Ennis to Limericktrain Ic
2. Take the train from Limerick to Limerick Junctiontrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
2h 48m
€17–25
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ennis Frs Walk to UL Student Ctrbus 300
2. Take the bus from UL Student Ctr to Portlaoise JFL Avebus 735
3h 40m
€13–19
Drive 137.5 km
1. Drive from Ennis to Portlaoisecar 137.5 km
1h 41m
€24–34
Train
1. Take the train from Ennis to Limericktrain Ic
2. Take the train from Limerick to Portlaoisetrain Re / ...
2h 58m
€16–22
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ennis Station to Limerick Colbertbus 51
2. Take the train from Limerick to Portlaoisetrain Re / ...
3h 18m
€24–36

Ennis to Portlaoise by train

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Distance: 164.6 km
Duration: 2h 48m

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

You can take a train from Ennis to Portlaoise via Limerick and Limerick Junction in around 2h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ennis Frs Walk to Portlaoise JFL Ave via UL Student Ctr in around 3h 40m.

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