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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kilkenny to Portlaoise

Composite routes from Kilkenny to Portlaoise

Cheapest
42 min
Car
49 km.
from $2

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Kilkenny to Kildare
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.83–$15.29
Train from Kildare to Portlaoise
Ave. Duration:
24 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.37–$9.55

Bus operators

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Market Yard to Portlaoise
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.74–$17.83

Slieve Bloom Coach Tours

Phone:
05786-24416
Email:
slievebloomcoaches@live.com
Website:
slievebloomcoaches.ie/
Bus from Market Yard to Portlaoise
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.29–$22.93

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kilkenny to Portlaoise is to drive which costs $9.24 - $14.13 and takes 42 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilkenny to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 42 min and costs $9.24 - $14.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Kilkenny and Portlaoise?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Market Yard and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Avenue. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Kilkenny and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct train from Kilkenny to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny and arriving at Portlaoise via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Kilkenny to Portlaoise?

The distance between Kilkenny and Portlaoise is 80 km. The road distance is 49.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Portlaoise without a car is to bus which takes 1h 45m and costs $10.87 - $19.57 .

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

The bus from Market Yard to Portlaoise JFL Avenue takes 1h 45m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Portlaoise bus from?

Kilkenny to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Slieve Bloom Coach Tours, depart from Market Yard station.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Portlaoise train from?

Kilkenny to Portlaoise train services, operated by Irish Rail, depart from Kilkenny station.

Train or bus from Kilkenny to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Portlaoise is to bus which takes 1h 45m and costs $10.87 - $19.57 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $14.13 - $21.74 and takes 2h 4m.

Where does the Kilkenny to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Kilkenny to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Slieve Bloom Coach Tours, arrive at Portlaoise JFL Avenue station.

Where does the Kilkenny to Portlaoise train arrive?

Kilkenny to Portlaoise train services, operated by Irish Rail, arrive at Kildare station.

Can I drive from Kilkenny to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilkenny to Portlaoise is 50 km. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Kilkenny to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 44+ hotels available in Portlaoise. Prices start at $74.23 per night.
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