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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Athlone to Portlaoise

Cheapest
53 min
Car
77 km.
from $4

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

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

Bus operators

Bus Éireann

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

TFI Local Link Laois Offaly

Phone:
+353-57-8692168
Email:
Website:
locallinklaoisoffaly.ie/
Bus from Athlone to Port
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
5 times a week

Questions and Answers

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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 53 min and costs $14.13 - $21.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Portlaoise?

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

Is there a direct train between Athlone and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct train from Athlone to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Athlone and arriving at Portlaoise via Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Athlone to Portlaoise?

The distance between Athlone and Portlaoise is 73 km. The road distance is 77.6 km.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Athlone to Portlaoise bus from?

Athlone to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Athlone Station.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Portlaoise train from?

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

Train or bus from Athlone to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Athlone to Portlaoise is to bus which takes 1h 27m and costs $10.33 - $15.22 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $11.96 - $17.39 and takes 1h 30m.

Where does the Athlone to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Athlone to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Portlaoise JFL Avenue station.

Where does the Athlone to Portlaoise train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athlone to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Portlaoise is 78 km. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Athlone 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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