What is the cheapest way to get from Kilkenny Castle to Portlaoise?

The cheapest way to get from Kilkenny Castle to Portlaoise is to drive which costs €8 - €12 and takes 43 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kilkenny Castle to Portlaoise?

The fastest way to get from Kilkenny Castle to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 43 min and costs €8 - €12.

Is there a direct bus between Kilkenny Castle and Portlaoise?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kilkenny Stn and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Ave. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Kilkenny Castle and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct train from Kilkenny Castle to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny and arriving at Portlaoise via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Kilkenny Castle to Portlaoise?

The distance between Kilkenny Castle and Portlaoise is 76 km. The road distance is 47.6 km.

How do I travel from Kilkenny Castle to Portlaoise without a car?

The best way to get from Kilkenny Castle to Portlaoise without a car is to bus via Kilkenny Stn which takes 1h 41m and costs €17 - €23.

How long does it take to get from Kilkenny Castle to Portlaoise?

The bus from Kilkenny Stn to Portlaoise JFL Ave takes 1h 28m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny Castle to Portlaoise bus from?

Kilkenny Castle to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Kilkenny Stn station.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny Castle to Portlaoise train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilkenny Castle to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Kilkenny Castle to Portlaoise is to bus via Kilkenny Stn which takes 1h 41m and costs €17 - €23. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €12 - €18 and takes 2h.

Where does the Kilkenny Castle to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Kilkenny Castle to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Portlaoise JFL Ave station.

Where does the Kilkenny Castle to Portlaoise train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilkenny Castle to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilkenny Castle to Portlaoise is 48 km. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Kilkenny Castle to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 71+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

Kilkenny Castle to Portlaoise - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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Bus via Kilkenny Stn
best
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny Stn to Portlaoise JFL Avebus 73
1h 41m
€17–23
Drive 47.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kilkenny Castle to Portlaoisecar 47.6 km
43 min
€9–12
Train
1. Take the train from Kilkenny to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
2h
€12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kilkenny Castle to Portlaoisetaxi 47.6 km
43 min
€65–85
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ormonde Road to Portlaoise JFL Avebus 73
1h 45m
€17–24
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Market Yard to Portlaoise JFL Avebus 838
1h 53m
€12–18

Kilkenny Castle to Portlaoise by foot and bus

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1h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 76.3 km
Duration: 1h 41m

What companies run services between Kilkenny Castle, Ireland and Portlaoise, Ireland?

Bus Éireann operates a bus from Kilkenny Stn to Portlaoise JFL Ave twice daily. Tickets cost €17–23 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Kilkenny Castle to Portlaoise via Kilkenny and Kildare in around 2h.

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