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

Composite routes from Carrick-On-Shannon to Portlaoise

Cheapest
1 h 47 min
Car
149 km.
from $8
Other
4 h 22 min
114 km.
from $44.41
4 h 40 min
114 km.
from $35.33

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Carrick On Shannon to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$17.83–$25.48
Train from Dublin Heuston to Portlaoise
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.83–$15.29

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Carrick-on-Shannon to Dublin,
Ave. Duration:
2h 28m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$20.38–$29.30

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Longford Station to Portlaoise
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$15.29–$21.65

Dublin Coach

Phone:
+353 (0)1 465 9972
Email:
Website:
dublincoach.ie/
Bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Portlaoise
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.83–$16.56

J.J.Kavanagh & Sons

Phone:
+353 818 333 222
Email:
Website:
jjkavanagh.ie/
Bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Portlaoise
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.29–$22.93

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Carrick-on-Shannon to Portlaoise?

The cheapest way to get from Carrick-on-Shannon to Portlaoise is to bus which costs $18.48 - $27.17 and takes 3h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carrick-on-Shannon to Portlaoise?

The fastest way to get from Carrick-on-Shannon to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs $28.26 - $42.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Carrick-on-Shannon and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Carrick-on-Shannon to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Carrick-on-Shannon and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Longford Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Carrick-on-Shannon and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct train from Carrick-on-Shannon to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Carrick On Shannon and arriving at Portlaoise via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Carrick-on-Shannon to Portlaoise?

The distance between Carrick-on-Shannon and Portlaoise is 150 km. The road distance is 149.4 km.

How do I travel from Carrick-on-Shannon to Portlaoise without a car?

The best way to get from Carrick-on-Shannon to Portlaoise without a car is to bus which takes 3h 41m and costs $18.48 - $27.17 .

How long does it take to get from Carrick-on-Shannon to Portlaoise?

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Carrick-on-Shannon to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carrick-on-Shannon to Portlaoise bus from?

Carrick-on-Shannon to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Longford Station.

Where do I catch the Carrick-on-Shannon to Portlaoise train from?

Carrick-on-Shannon to Portlaoise train services, operated by Irish Rail, depart from Carrick On Shannon station.

Train or bus from Carrick-on-Shannon to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Carrick-on-Shannon to Portlaoise is to bus which takes 3h 41m and costs $18.48 - $27.17 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $26.09 - $36.96 and takes 4h 22m.

Where does the Carrick-on-Shannon to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Carrick-on-Shannon to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Portlaoise JFL Avenue station.

Where does the Carrick-on-Shannon to Portlaoise train arrive?

Carrick-on-Shannon to Portlaoise train services, operated by Irish Rail, arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Carrick-on-Shannon to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrick-on-Shannon to Portlaoise is 149 km. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Carrick-on-Shannon 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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