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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Portlaoise to Athlone

Composite routes from Portlaoise to Athlone

Cheapest
52 min
Car
76 km.
from $4

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Portarlington to Athlone
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$8.92–$12.74

Bus operators

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Athlone
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.10–$17.83

TFI Local Link Laois Offaly

Phone:
+353-57-8692168
Email:
lo@locallink.ie
Website:
locallinklaoisoffaly.ie/
Bus from Port Laoise to Athlone
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
5 times a week

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Athlone is to bus which costs $10.33 - $15.22 and takes 1h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Athlone is to drive which takes 52 min and costs $14.13 - $21.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Athlone?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Portlaoise JFL Avenue and arriving at Athlone Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Portlaoise and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Portlaoise to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise and arriving at Athlone via Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Athlone?

The distance between Portlaoise and Athlone is 73 km. The road distance is 76.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Athlone without a car is to bus which takes 1h 27m and costs $10.33 - $15.22 .

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

The bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Athlone Station takes 1h 27m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Athlone bus from?

Portlaoise to Athlone bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Portlaoise JFL Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Athlone train from?

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

Train or bus from Portlaoise to Athlone?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Athlone is to bus which takes 1h 27m and costs $10.33 - $15.22 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $10.87 - $17.39 and takes 1h 48m.

Where does the Portlaoise to Athlone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portlaoise to Athlone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Athlone is 77 km. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Portlaoise to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 53+ hotels available in Athlone. Prices start at $53.02 per night.
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