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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Portlaoise to Ballina

Composite routes from Portlaoise to Ballina

Cheapest
2 h 31 min
Car
209 km.
from $11
Other
5 h 7 min
170 km.
from $46.15
7 h 6 min
170 km.
from $5.43

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Portarlington to Manulla
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$19.11–$28.02

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Longford Station to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$17.83–$25.48

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Longford
Ave. Duration:
2h 19m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$15.29–$21.65
Bus from Longford Station to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
1h 48m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.29–$22.93

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
info@citylink.ie
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from ATU Galway to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.29–$25.48

Kearns Transport

Phone:
057 912 0124
Email:
info@kearnstransport.com
Website:
kearnstransport.com/
Bus from Birr to ATU
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.19–$14.01

TFI Local Link Laois Offaly

Phone:
+353-57-8692168
Email:
lo@locallink.ie
Website:
locallinklaoisoffaly.ie/
Bus from Portlaoise Station to Birr
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
5 times a day

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Ballina is to train which costs $25 - $38.04 and takes 4h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Ballina is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs $40.22 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Ballina?

No, there is no direct bus from Portlaoise to Ballina station. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise JFL Avenue and arriving at Ballina Bus Station via Longford Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Portlaoise and Ballina?

No, there is no direct train from Portlaoise to Ballina. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise and arriving at Ballina via Portarlington and Manulla Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Ballina?

The distance between Portlaoise and Ballina is 220 km. The road distance is 209.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Ballina without a car is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs $25 - $38.04 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Portlaoise to Ballina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Ballina bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Ballina train from?

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

Train or bus from Portlaoise to Ballina?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Ballina is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs $25 - $38.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $26.09 - $40.22 and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Portlaoise to Ballina bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portlaoise to Ballina train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Ballina?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Ballina is 209 km. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Portlaoise to Ballina.

Where can I stay near Ballina?

There are 89+ hotels available in Ballina. Prices start at $58.48 per night.
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