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

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Ennis is to bus which costs €13 - €20 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Ennis is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Ennis?

No, there is no direct bus from Portlaoise to Ennis. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise JFL Ave and arriving at Ennis Frs Walk via UL Student Ctr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Portlaoise and Ennis?

No, there is no direct train from Portlaoise to Ennis. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise and arriving at Ennis via Limerick Junction and Limerick. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Ennis?

The distance between Portlaoise and Ennis is 172 km. The road distance is 137.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Ennis without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 59m and costs €23 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Portlaoise to Ennis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Ennis bus from?

Portlaoise to Ennis bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Portlaoise JFL Ave station.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Ennis train from?

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

Train or bus from Portlaoise to Ennis?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Ennis is to bus which takes 3h 10m and costs €13 - €20. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €16 - €26 and takes 3h 41m.

Where does the Portlaoise to Ennis bus arrive?

Portlaoise to Ennis bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at UL Student Ctr station.

Where does the Portlaoise to Ennis train arrive?

Portlaoise to Ennis train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Limerick Junction station.

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Ennis?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Ennis is 137 km. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Portlaoise to Ennis.

Where can I stay near Ennis?

There are 120+ hotels available in Ennis.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Limericktrain Re
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Ennis Stationbus 51
2h 59m
€23–36
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to UL Student Ctrbus 735
2. Take the bus from UL Student Ctr to Ennis Frs Walkbus 300
3h 10m
€14–20
Drive 137.3 km
1. Drive from Portlaoise to Enniscar 137.3 km
1h 40m
€24–34
Train
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Limerick Junctiontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Limericktrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Limerick to Ennistrain Ic / ...
3h 41m
€17–25

Portlaoise to Ennis by train and bus

23Weekly Services

2h 59mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 171.5 km
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Portlaoise, Ireland and Ennis, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Ennis Frs Walk via UL Student Ctr in around 3h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Portlaoise to Ennis via Limerick Junction and Limerick in around 3h 41m.

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