What is the cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Tara Street?

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Tara Street is to bus which costs €7 - €10 and takes 1h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Tara Street?

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Tara Street is to drive which takes 1h and costs €14 - €21.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Tara Street?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Portlaoise JFL Ave and arriving at Eden Quay. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Portlaoise and Tara Street?

No, there is no direct train from Portlaoise to Tara Street. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise and arriving at Dublin Heuston via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Tara Street?

The distance between Portlaoise and Tara Street is 84 km. The road distance is 84.3 km.

How do I travel from Portlaoise to Tara Street without a car?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Tara Street without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs €11 - €15.

How long does it take to get from Portlaoise to Tara Street?

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Portlaoise to Tara Street, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Tara Street bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Tara Street train from?

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

Train or bus from Portlaoise to Tara Street?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Tara Street is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs €11 - €15. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €7 - €10 and takes 1h 49m.

Where does the Portlaoise to Tara Street bus arrive?

Portlaoise to Tara Street bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Eden Quay station.

Where does the Portlaoise to Tara Street train arrive?

Portlaoise to Tara Street train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Tara Street?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Tara Street is 84 km. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Portlaoise to Tara Street.

Where can I stay near Tara Street?

There are 1242+ hotels available in Tara Street.

Portlaoise to Tara Street - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
1h 30m
€11–14
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Eden Quaybus 735
1h 49m
€7–10
Drive 84.3 km
1. Drive from Portlaoise to Tara Streetcar 84.3 km
1h
€15–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Portlaoise to Tara Streettaxi 84.3 km
1h
€120–150
Bus, line 126 bus
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Naas Odeon Cinemabus 726
2. Take the bus from Naas Odeon Cinema to Bachelors Walkbus 126 / ...
2h 41m
€9–12

Portlaoise to Tara Street by train and bus

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1h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 84.5 km
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between Portlaoise, Ireland and Tara Street, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Portlaoise to Dublin Heuston every 20 minutes. Tickets cost €8–12 and the journey takes 1h 12m. Alternatively, J.J.Kavanagh & Sons operates a bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Eden Quay every 4 hours. Tickets cost €7–10 and the journey takes 1h 45m.

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