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How to get fromPortlaoise to Mayo Countyby train, bus, or car

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

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  1. Train

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    1. Take the train from Portarlington to Castlebartrain train 804 / ...
    4h 44m
    €19–28

  2. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Athlone Stnbus bus 73
    2. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Castlebarbus bus 440
    6h 49m
    €54–77

  3. Drive  188.3 km

    1. Drive from Portlaoise to Mayo Countycar car 188.3 km
    2h 43m
    €34–48

  4. Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)

    1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Airport Zone 16bus bus 726
    2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 11 to Castlebarbus bus 721
    8h 7m
    €40–63

Portlaoise to Mayo County by train and bus

Calendar16Weekly Services
Duration4h 44mAverage Duration
Ticket€19Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 202.8 km
  • Duration: 4h 44m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Portarlington to Castlebar twice daily. Tickets cost €15–22 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Tawnylaheen via Athlone Stn and Castlebar in around 6h 49m.

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