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2 h 42 min
251 km.
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Portlaoise, Irish → Skibbereen, Irish

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Portlaoise to Skibbereen

Composite routes from Portlaoise to Skibbereen

Cheapest
2 h 42 min
Car
251 km.
from $13
Other
4 h 35 min
Train, Bus
212 km.
from $47.07
4 h 36 min
Train, bus via Skibbereen, Train, bus via Skibbereen
212 km.
from $40.59
6 h 52 min
210 km.
from $63.33

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Portlaoise to Cork
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$19.11–$28.02

Bus operators

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Cork Kent Station to Skibbereen
Ave. Duration:
1h 42m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$12.74–$17.83
Bus from Cork Saint Patrick's Quay to Skibbereen
Ave. Duration:
1h 49m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.74–$17.83

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
info@citylink.ie
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Henry Street to Cork
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$14.01–$21.65

J.J.Kavanagh & Sons

Phone:
+353 818 333 222
Email:
info@jjkavanagh.ie
Website:
jjkavanagh.ie/
Bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Limerick
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.56–$22.93

West Cork Connect

Phone:
021-7011288
Email:
info@westcorkconnect.ie
Website:
westcorkconnect.ie/
Bus from Cork Saint Patrick's Quay to Skibbereen
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Skibbereen is to train and bus which costs $27.17 - $39.13 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Skibbereen is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs $46.74 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Skibbereen?

No, there is no direct bus from Portlaoise to Skibbereen. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise JFL Avenue and arriving at Skibbereen via Henry Street and Cork Saint Patrick's Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Skibbereen?

The distance between Portlaoise and Skibbereen is 269 km. The road distance is 252.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Skibbereen without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 35m and costs $27.17 - $39.13 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Portlaoise to Skibbereen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Skibbereen bus from?

Portlaoise to Skibbereen bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Portlaoise JFL Avenue station.

Where does the Portlaoise to Skibbereen bus arrive?

Portlaoise to Skibbereen bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Limerick Arthur's Quay station.

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Skibbereen?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Skibbereen is 252 km. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Portlaoise to Skibbereen.

Where can I stay near Skibbereen?

There are 155+ hotels available in Skibbereen. Prices start at $74.28 per night.
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