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

The cheapest way to get from Kilcolgan to Portlaoise is to drive which costs €21 - €35 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilcolgan to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Kilcolgan and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilcolgan to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Kilcolgan and arriving at Market Sq via ATU Galway and Birr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Kilcolgan and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct train from Kilcolgan to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Galway and arriving at Portlaoise via Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Kilcolgan to Portlaoise?

The distance between Kilcolgan and Portlaoise is 174 km. The road distance is 126.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kilcolgan to Portlaoise without a car is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs €24 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Kilcolgan to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilcolgan to Portlaoise bus from?

Kilcolgan to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Kearns Transport, depart from ATU Galway station.

Where do I catch the Kilcolgan to Portlaoise train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilcolgan to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Kilcolgan to Portlaoise is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs €24 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €35 and takes 4h 54m.

Where does the Kilcolgan to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Kilcolgan to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Kearns Transport, arrive at Birr station.

Where does the Kilcolgan to Portlaoise train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilcolgan to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilcolgan to Portlaoise is 126 km. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Kilcolgan to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 74+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Galway to Portarlingtontrain Ic / ...
3h 37m
€25–37
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Birrbus 844
2. Take the bus from Birr to Market Sqbus 823
4h 54m
€16–35
Drive 126.3 km
1. Drive from Kilcolgan to Portlaoisecar 126.3 km
1h 48m
€22–32
Bus via Limerick
1. Take the bus from Kilcolgan to Limerick Colbertbus 51
2. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Portlaoise JFL Avebus 735
5h 5m
€34–49

Kilcolgan to Portlaoise by bus and train

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3h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 173.5 km
Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between Kilcolgan, IE-G, Ireland and Portlaoise, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Galway to Portarlington hourly. Tickets cost €12–18 and the journey takes 1h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilcolgan to Market Sq via ATU Galway and Birr in around 4h 54m.

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