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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ballina to Portlaoise

Composite routes from Ballina to Portlaoise

Cheapest
2 h 30 min
Car
208 km.
from $11
Other
5 h 11 min
170 km.
from $44.63
7 h 5 min
170 km.
from $5.43

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Manulla Junction to Portarlington
Ave. Duration:
2h 16m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$17.83–$26.75

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Ballina Bus Station to Longford
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$17.83–$24.20

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Ballina Bus Station to Longford
Ave. Duration:
1h 54m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.29–$21.65
Bus from Longford Station to Portlaoise
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$14.01–$21.65

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
info@citylink.ie
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Ballina Humbert Street to ATU
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.29–$24.20

Kearns Transport

Phone:
057 912 0124
Email:
info@kearnstransport.com
Website:
kearnstransport.com/
Bus from ATU Galway to Birr
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.55–$12.74

TFI Local Link Laois Offaly

Phone:
+353-57-8692168
Email:
lo@locallink.ie
Website:
locallinklaoisoffaly.ie/
Bus from Birr to Portlaoise
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
5 times a day

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ballina to Portlaoise is to train which costs $23.91 - $36.96 and takes 4h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballina to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs $38.04 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Ballina and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballina station to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Ballina Bus Station and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Longford Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Ballina and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct train from Ballina to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Ballina and arriving at Portlaoise via Manulla Junction and Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Ballina to Portlaoise?

The distance between Ballina and Portlaoise is 220 km. The road distance is 208.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballina to Portlaoise without a car is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs $23.91 - $36.96 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Ballina to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballina to Portlaoise bus from?

Ballina to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Ballina Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ballina to Portlaoise train from?

Ballina to Portlaoise train services, operated by Irish Rail, depart from Manulla Junction station.

Train or bus from Ballina to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Ballina to Portlaoise is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs $23.91 - $36.96 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $25 - $39.13 and takes 5h 11m.

Where does the Ballina to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Ballina to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Longford Station.

Where does the Ballina to Portlaoise train arrive?

Ballina to Portlaoise train services, operated by Irish Rail, arrive at Portarlington station.

Can I drive from Ballina to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballina to Portlaoise is 209 km. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Ballina to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 46+ hotels available in Portlaoise. Prices start at $72.22 per night.
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