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

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Listowel is to bus which costs €24 - €50 and takes 4h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Listowel is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Listowel?

No, there is no direct bus from Portlaoise to Listowel. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise JFL Ave and arriving at Listowel via Sarsfield St and Crescent SC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Portlaoise and Listowel?

No, there is no direct train from Portlaoise to Listowel. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise and arriving at Tralee via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Listowel?

The distance between Portlaoise and Listowel is 202 km. The road distance is 178.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Listowel without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 47m and costs €26 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Portlaoise to Listowel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Listowel bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Listowel train from?

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

Train or bus from Portlaoise to Listowel?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Listowel is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs €30 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €50 and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the Portlaoise to Listowel bus arrive?

Portlaoise to Listowel bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Limerick Arthurs Qy station.

Where does the Portlaoise to Listowel train arrive?

Portlaoise to Listowel train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Tralee station.

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Listowel?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Listowel is 178 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Portlaoise to Listowel.

Where can I stay near Listowel?

There are 147+ hotels available in Listowel.

Portlaoise to Listowel - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Portlaoise to Listowel 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 Listowelbus 13
3h 47m
€26–40
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Limerick Arthurs Qybus 735
2. Take the bus from Crescent SC to Listowelbus 13
4h 20m
€24–49
Train
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Traleetrain Ic
4h 42m
€33–47
Drive 178.3 km
1. Drive from Portlaoise to Listowelcar 178.3 km
2h 3m
€31–44
Train, bus via Tipperary
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Limerick Junctiontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Listowelbus 13
4h 27m
€28–42

Portlaoise to Listowel by train and bus

23Weekly Services

3h 47mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 201.8 km
Duration: 3h 47m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Portlaoise to Tralee once a week. Tickets cost €21–30 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Listowel via Limerick Arthurs Qy, Sarsfield St, and Crescent SC in around 4h 20m.

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