How to Travel from
Galway to Portlaoise
by Train or Car
Schedule
Galway, Irish → Portlaoise, Irish
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}
Composite routes from Galway to Portlaoise
Cheapest
1 h 42 min
Car
161 km.
from $8
Transport providers
Train operators
Irish Rail
Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Galway to Portarlington
Ave. Duration:
2h 8m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$15.29–$22.93
Bus operators
Kearns Transport
Bus from Merchants Road to Birr
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.19–$14.01
TFI Local Link Laois Offaly
Bus from Birr to Portlaoise
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Galway to Portlaoise?
The cheapest way to get from Galway to Portlaoise is to train which costs $17.39 - $26.09 and takes 2h 56m.
What is the fastest way to get from Galway to Portlaoise?
The fastest way to get from Galway to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs $30.43 - $45.65 .
Is there a direct bus between Galway and Portlaoise?
No, there is no direct bus from Galway to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Merchants Road and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Birr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.
Is there a direct train between Galway and Portlaoise?
No, there is no direct train from Galway to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Galway and arriving at Portlaoise via Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.
How far is it from Galway to Portlaoise?
The distance between Galway and Portlaoise is 156 km. The road distance is 161.6 km.
How do I travel from Galway to Portlaoise without a car?
The best way to get from Galway to Portlaoise without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs $17.39 - $26.09 .
How long does it take to get from Galway to Portlaoise?
It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Galway to Portlaoise, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Galway to Portlaoise bus from?
Galway to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Kearns Transport, depart from Merchants Road station.
Where do I catch the Galway to Portlaoise train from?
Galway to Portlaoise train services, operated by Irish Rail, depart from Galway station.
Train or bus from Galway to Portlaoise?
The best way to get from Galway to Portlaoise is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs $17.39 - $26.09 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 3m.
Where does the Galway to Portlaoise bus arrive?
Galway to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Kearns Transport, arrive at Birr station.
Where does the Galway to Portlaoise train arrive?
Galway to Portlaoise train services, operated by Irish Rail, arrive at Portarlington station.
Can I drive from Galway to Portlaoise?
Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Portlaoise is 162 km. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Galway 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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