What is the cheapest way to get from Portlaoise Station to Athy?

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise Station to Athy is to drive which costs €4 - €7 and takes 23 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Portlaoise Station to Athy?

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise Station to Athy is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs €35 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise Station and Athy?

No, there is no direct bus from Portlaoise Station to Athy. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise JFL Ave and arriving at Athy via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Portlaoise Station and Athy?

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

How far is it from Portlaoise Station to Athy?

The distance between Portlaoise Station and Athy is 57 km. The road distance is 24.4 km.

How do I travel from Portlaoise Station to Athy without a car?

The best way to get from Portlaoise Station to Athy without a car is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs €7 - €11.

How long does it take to get from Portlaoise Station to Athy?

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

Where do I catch the Portlaoise Station to Athy bus from?

Portlaoise Station to Athy bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Portlaoise JFL Ave station.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise Station to Athy train from?

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

Train or bus from Portlaoise Station to Athy?

The best way to get from Portlaoise Station to Athy is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs €7 - €11. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €8 - €14 and takes 2h 18m.

Where does the Portlaoise Station to Athy bus arrive?

Portlaoise Station to Athy bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Kildare station.

Where does the Portlaoise Station to Athy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portlaoise Station to Athy?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise Station to Athy is 24 km. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Portlaoise Station to Athy.

Where can I stay near Athy?

There are 143+ hotels available in Athy.

Portlaoise Station to Athy - 5 ways to travel via train, line 883 bus, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Kildaretrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Athytrain Re / ...
1h 43m
€7–11
Drive 24.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Portlaoise Station to Athycar 24.4 km
23 min
€5–7
Train, line 883 bus
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Kildaretrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Kildare Station to Athybus 883 / ...
2h 5m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Portlaoise Station to Athytaxi 24.4 km
23 min
€35–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Kildarebus 726
2. Take the bus from Kildare to Athybus 883 / ...
2h 18m
€8–13

Portlaoise Station to Athy by foot and train

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Distance: 57.4 km
Duration: 1h 43m

What companies run services between Portlaoise Station, Ireland and Athy, Ireland?

You can take a vehicle from Portlaoise Station to Athy via Portlaoise and Kildare in around 1h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Portlaoise Station to Athy via Portlaoise JFL Ave and Kildare in around 2h 18m.

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