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How to get fromPortlaoise to Traleeby train, bus, or car

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

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  1. Train

    best
    1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Traleetrain train Ic
    3h 4m
    €21–30

  2. Bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Limerick Arthurs Qybus bus 735
    2. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Tralee Prnce's Stbus bus 300
    4h 20m
    €19–27

  3. Drive  208.7 km

    1. Drive from Portlaoise to Traleecar car 208.7 km
    2h 18m
    €37–53

  4. Train via Mallow

    1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Mallowtrain train Ic / ...
    2. Take the train from Mallow to Traleetrain train Ic
    3h 38m
    €23–33

Portlaoise to Tralee by train

Calendar2Weekly Trains
Duration3h 4mAverage Duration
Ticket€21Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 250.1 km
  • Duration: 3h 4m

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

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

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