What is the cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Westport?

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Westport is to train which costs €20 - €30 and takes 4h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Westport?

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Westport is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Westport?

No, there is no direct bus from Portlaoise to Westport. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise JFL Ave and arriving at Westport via UL East Gate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Portlaoise and Westport?

No, there is no direct train from Portlaoise to Westport. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise and arriving at Westport via Portarlington and Athlone. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Westport?

The distance between Portlaoise and Westport is 211 km. The road distance is 200.1 km.

How do I travel from Portlaoise to Westport without a car?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Westport without a car is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs €20 - €30.

How long does it take to get from Portlaoise to Westport?

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Portlaoise to Westport, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Westport bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Westport train from?

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

Train or bus from Portlaoise to Westport?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Westport is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs €20 - €30. Alternatively, you can bus via Limerick, which costs and takes 5h 51m.

Where does the Portlaoise to Westport bus arrive?

Portlaoise to Westport bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at UL Student Ctr station.

Where does the Portlaoise to Westport train arrive?

Portlaoise to Westport train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Athlone station.

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Westport?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Westport is 200 km. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Portlaoise to Westport.

Where can I stay near Westport?

There are 265+ hotels available in Westport.

Portlaoise to Westport - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portarlington to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Athlone to Westporttrain Ic / ...
4h 15m
€21–30
Bus via Limerick
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to UL Student Ctrbus 735
2. Take the bus from UL East Gate to Westportbus Ul05
5h 51m
Drive 200.1 km
1. Drive from Portlaoise to Westportcar 200.1 km
2h 47m
€35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Athlone Stnbus 73
2. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Westportbus 440
6h 1m
€46–63

Portlaoise to Westport by train

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Distance: 210.9 km
Duration: 4h 15m

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

You can take a train from Portlaoise to Westport via Portarlington and Athlone in around 4h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Westport via UL Student Ctr and UL East Gate in around 5h 51m.

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