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How to get fromPortlaoise to Carlingford Loughby train or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Portlaoise to Carlingford Lough by train or car

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  1. Train, drive

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    1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Dublin Heustontrain train Ic / ...
    2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Dundalktrain train Ic / ...
    3. Drive from Dundalk to Carlingford Loughcar car
    3h 31m
    £25–37

  2. Drive 121.8 mi

    1. Drive from Portlaoise to Carlingford Loughcar car 121.8 mi
    2h 28m
    £29–41

  3. Train, drive via Dublin

    1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Cherry Orchardtrain train Ic / ...
    2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Dundalktrain train Ic / ...
    3. Drive from Dundalk to Carlingford Loughcar car
    3h 37m
    £25–37

Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 133.5 mi
  • Duration: 3h 31m

What companies run services between Portlaoise, Ireland and Carlingford Lough, Northern Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Portlaoise to Carlingford Lough. However, you can take the train to Dublin Heuston, walk to Heuston, take the vehicle to George's Dock, walk to Dublin Connolly, take the train to Dundalk, then drive to Carlingford Lough. Alternatively, you can drive from Portlaoise to Carlingford Lough in around 2h 28m.

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