What is the cheapest way to get from RDS Arena to Portlaoise?

The cheapest way to get from RDS Arena to Portlaoise is to bus which costs €9 - €13 and takes 3h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from RDS Arena to Portlaoise?

The fastest way to get from RDS Arena to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs €15 - €22.

Is there a direct bus between RDS Arena and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from RDS Arena to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from RDS Ballsbridge and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Ave via George's Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between RDS Arena and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct train from RDS Arena to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Sandymount and arriving at Portlaoise via Abbey St. and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from RDS Arena to Portlaoise?

The distance between RDS Arena and Portlaoise is 88 km. The road distance is 86.2 km.

How do I travel from RDS Arena to Portlaoise without a car?

The best way to get from RDS Arena to Portlaoise without a car is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs €10 - €17.

How long does it take to get from RDS Arena to Portlaoise?

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from RDS Arena to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the RDS Arena to Portlaoise bus from?

RDS Arena to Portlaoise bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from George's Quay station.

Where do I catch the RDS Arena to Portlaoise train from?

RDS Arena to Portlaoise train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Dublin Heuston station.

Train or bus from RDS Arena to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from RDS Arena to Portlaoise is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs €10 - €17. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €9 - €13 and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the RDS Arena to Portlaoise bus arrive?

RDS Arena to Portlaoise bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Portlaoise JFL Ave station.

Where does the RDS Arena to Portlaoise train arrive?

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

Can I drive from RDS Arena to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between RDS Arena to Portlaoise is 86 km. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from RDS Arena to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 72+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Portlaoisetrain Re / ...
2h 12m
€11–16
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from George's Quay to Portlaoise JFL Avebus 735
3h 5m
€10–13
Drive 86.2 km
1. Drive from RDS Arena to Portlaoisecar 86.2 km
1h 1m
€16–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from RDS Arena to Portlaoisetaxi 86.2 km
1h 1m
€120–160
Line 126 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Ladytownbus 126 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ladytown to Portlaoise JFL Avebus 726
3h 24m
€11–14

RDS Arena to Portlaoise by foot, train, and tram

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Distance: 88.2 km
Duration: 2h 12m

What companies run services between RDS Arena, Ireland and Portlaoise, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Heuston to Portlaoise hourly. Tickets cost €8–12 and the journey takes 1h 12m. Alternatively, J.J.Kavanagh & Sons operates a bus from George's Quay to Portlaoise JFL Ave every 4 hours. Tickets cost €7–10 and the journey takes 1h 35m.

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