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Ballymena to Portlaoise

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Ballymena, Great Britain → Portlaoise, Irish

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ballymena to Portlaoise

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Transport providers

Irish Rail
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Translink UK
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Irish Rail
Website
1h 11m
Hourly
$10.13–$15.19
+353 1 836 6222
+353 1 836 6222
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Translink UK
Website
50 min
Hourly
$11.39–$16.46
+44 28 9066 6630
+44 28 9066 6630
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Dublin Express
Website
Dublin Coach
Website
J.J.Kavanagh & Sons
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Dublin Express
Website
1h 55m
Hourly
$9.62
+353 1 903 9508
+353 1 903 9508
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Dublin Coach
Website
1h 50m
Hourly
$10.76–$15.19
+353 (0)1 465 9972
+353 (0)1 465 9972
Call Contact via email
J.J.Kavanagh & Sons
Website
2h 5m
Every 4 hours
$15.19–$21.52
+353 818 333 222
+353 818 333 222
Call Contact via email

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Portlaoise is to bus which costs $33.70 - $48.91 and takes 6h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs $54.35 - $86.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Glengall Street and Dublin Airport Zone 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Ballymena and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct train from Ballymena to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Ballymena and arriving at Portlaoise via Great Victoria Street, Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Portlaoise?

The distance between Ballymena and Portlaoise is 318 km. The road distance is 295.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Portlaoise without a car is to train which takes 5h 56m and costs $45.65 - $70.65 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from Ballymena to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Portlaoise bus from?

Ballymena to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Translink UK, depart from George Street station.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Portlaoise train from?

Ballymena to Portlaoise train services, operated by Translink UK, depart from Ballymena station.

Train or bus from Ballymena to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Ballymena to Portlaoise is to train which takes 5h 56m and costs $45.65 - $70.65 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $33.70 - $48.91 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Ballymena to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Ballymena to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Translink UK, arrive at High Street station.

Where does the Ballymena to Portlaoise train arrive?

Ballymena to Portlaoise train services, operated by Translink UK, arrive at Great Victoria Street station.

Can I drive from Ballymena to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Portlaoise is 296 km. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Ballymena 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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