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How to get fromPortlaoise to Rathdrumby train, bus, car, or taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Portlaoise to Rathdrum by train, bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Train

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    1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Dublin Heustontrain train Ic / ...
    2. Take the train from Tara Street to Rathdrumtrain train Ic
    3h 54m
    €15–22

  2. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Eden Quaybus bus 735
    2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Rathnewbus bus 740A / ...
    5h 20m
    €25–35

  3. Drive  94.1 km

    1. Drive from Portlaoise to Rathdrumcar car 94.1 km
    1h 16m
    €17–25

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Portlaoise to Rathdrumtaxi taxi 94.1 km
    1h 16m
    €130–160

  5. Bus via Newbridge

    1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Ladytownbus bus 726
    2. Take the bus from Naas to Glendaloughbus bus 895
    3. Take the bus from Glendalough to Rathdrumbus bus 183
    5h 38m
    €16–24

Portlaoise to Rathdrum by train, tram, and foot

Calendar36Weekly Services
Duration3h 54mAverage Duration
Ticket€15Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 146.6 km
  • Duration: 3h 54m

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

You can take a train from Portlaoise to Rathdrum via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey St., and Tara Street in around 3h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Rathdrum via Eden Quay, George's Quay, and Rathnew in around 5h 20m.

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