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

The cheapest way to get from Farranfore to Portlaoise is to bus which costs €17 - €27 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Farranfore to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Farranfore and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Farranfore to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Farranfore and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Ave via Limerick Arthurs Qy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Farranfore and Portlaoise?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Farranfore and arriving at Portlaoise. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Farranfore to Portlaoise?

The distance between Farranfore and Portlaoise is 233 km. The road distance is 201.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Farranfore to Portlaoise without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs €20 - €28.

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

The train from Farranfore to Portlaoise takes 2h 44m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Farranfore to Portlaoise bus from?

Farranfore to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Farranfore station.

Where do I catch the Farranfore to Portlaoise train from?

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

Train or bus from Farranfore to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Farranfore to Portlaoise is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs €20 - €28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €27 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Farranfore to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Farranfore to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Limerick Arthurs Qy station.

Where does the Farranfore to Portlaoise train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Farranfore to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Farranfore to Portlaoise is 201 km. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Farranfore to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 72+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

Farranfore to Portlaoise - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Farranfore to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
2h 44m
€20–28
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Farranfore to Limerick Arthurs Qybus 300
2. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Portlaoise JFL Avebus 735
4h 30m
€18–26
Drive 201.2 km
1. Drive from Farranfore to Portlaoisecar 201.2 km
2h 15m
€35–50
Fly, train
1. Fly from Kerry Airport (KIR) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane KIR - DUB
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Portlaoisetrain
3h 9m
€33–91
Train via Mallow
1. Take the train from Farranfore to Mallowtrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Mallow to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
3h 16m
€21–30

Farranfore to Portlaoise by train

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2h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 232.7 km
Duration: 2h 44m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Farranfore to Portlaoise 6 times a week. Tickets cost €20–28 and the journey takes 2h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Farranfore to Portlaoise JFL Ave via Limerick Arthurs Qy in around 4h 30m.

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