What is the cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to SETU Carlow?

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to SETU Carlow is to bus via Carraig Abhainn which costs €3 - €5 and takes 56 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Portlaoise to SETU Carlow?

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to SETU Carlow is to drive which takes 31 min and costs €6 - €10.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and SETU Carlow?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Portlaoise JFL Ave and arriving at SETU Carlow. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct train between Portlaoise and SETU Carlow?

No, there is no direct train from Portlaoise to SETU Carlow. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise and arriving at Carlow via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to SETU Carlow?

The distance between Portlaoise and SETU Carlow is 40 km. The road distance is 37.4 km.

How do I travel from Portlaoise to SETU Carlow without a car?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to SETU Carlow without a car is to bus which takes 50 min and costs €13 - €19.

How long does it take to get from Portlaoise to SETU Carlow?

The bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to SETU Carlow takes 50 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to SETU Carlow bus from?

Portlaoise to SETU Carlow bus services, operated by Martley's, depart from Portlaoise JFL Ave station.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to SETU Carlow train from?

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

Train or bus from Portlaoise to SETU Carlow?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to SETU Carlow is to bus which takes 50 min and costs €13 - €19. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €8 - €13 and takes 2h 6m.

Where does the Portlaoise to SETU Carlow bus arrive?

Portlaoise to SETU Carlow bus services, operated by Martley's, arrive at SETU Carlow station.

Where does the Portlaoise to SETU Carlow train arrive?

Portlaoise to SETU Carlow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Kildare station.

Can I drive from Portlaoise to SETU Carlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to SETU Carlow is 37 km. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Portlaoise to SETU Carlow.

Where can I stay near SETU Carlow?

There are 111+ hotels available in SETU Carlow.

Portlaoise to SETU Carlow - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Portlaoise to SETU Carlow by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to SETU Carlowbus Iw08
50 min
€13–19
Bus via Carraig Abhainn
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Peter and P's Ch to Carraig Abhainnbus Iw04
56 min
€3–5
Train
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Kildaretrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Carlowtrain Re / ...
2h 6m
€8–13
Drive 37.4 km
1. Drive from Portlaoise to SETU Carlowcar 37.4 km
31 min
€7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Portlaoise to SETU Carlowtaxi 37.4 km
31 min
€55–70
Bus via Carlow Bus Stn
1. Take the bus from Market Square to Carlow Bus Stnbus Iw08
1h 2m

Portlaoise to SETU Carlow by bus

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Distance: 39.8 km
Duration: 50 min

What companies run services between Portlaoise, Ireland and SETU Carlow, Ireland?

Martley's operates a bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to SETU Carlow twice daily, and the journey takes 50 min. Bus Éireann also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Portlaoise to SETU Carlow via Kildare and Carlow in around 2h 6m.

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