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How to get fromPortlaoise to County Kerryby train, bus, or car

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There are 5 ways to get from Portlaoise to County Kerry by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, bus

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    1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Mallowtrain train Ic / ...
    2. Take the train from Mallow to Killarneytrain train Ic / ...
    3. Take the bus from Killarney Bus Stn to Milltownbus bus 279
    4h 27m
    €22–46

  2. Train, bus via Limerick

    1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Limericktrain train Re
    2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Tralee Bus Stationbus bus 13
    5h 45m
    €39–54

  3. Drive 217 km

    1. Drive from Portlaoise to County Kerrycar car 217 km
    2h 33m
    €37–54

  4. Train

    1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Traleetrain train Ic
    4h 30m
    €33–45

  5. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Limerick Arthurs Qybus bus 735
    2. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Killarney Missionbus bus 300
    5h 49m
    €22–45

Portlaoise to County Kerry by train and bus

Calendar104Weekly Services
Duration4h 27mAverage Duration
Ticket€22Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 244.8 km
  • Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Portlaoise, Ireland and County Kerry, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Portlaoise to Tralee twice a week. Tickets cost €21–30 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Milltown via Limerick Arthurs Qy, Killarney Mission, and Killarney Bus Stn in around 5h 49m.

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