How to get from Waterford Station to Portlaoise by bus and train?

Waterford Station to Portlaoise - Bus Schedule

The 736 bus from Waterford Station to Portlaoise runs from 08:45 to 17:40, with departures every 2 hr 15 min-3 hr 40 min. The trip takes about 2 hr 55 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Waterford Station to Portlaoise by bus and train

To get from Waterford Station to Portlaoise in Ireland, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 736 bus from Merchants Quay-Waterford Bus Stn station to Carlow Bus Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RAIL train and finally take the COMMUTER train from Kildare station to Portlaoise station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 55 min. The bus and train schedule from Waterford Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Portlaoise on the Moovit app.

175min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 736736
Train - RAILRAIL
Train - COMMUTERCOMMUTER
Leaves from Merchants Quay-Waterford Bus Stn

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Merchants Quay-Waterford Bus Stn
    ID 352561
    510 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Bus - 736736
    Wait for bus
    736
    Dublin Airport
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Carlow Bus Station
    ID 335571
    60 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Carlow
    940 m • 13 min
  • 5
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Dublin Heuston
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Kildare
    29 min
  • 7
    Train - COMMUTERCOMMUTER
    Wait for train
    COMMUTER
    Portlaoise
  • 8
    Ride to train station Portlaoise
    Ride to train station
    Portlaoise
    26 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Waterford Station to Portlaoise

The distance between Waterford Station, Ireland and Portlaoise, Ireland is approximately 163.95 km, which can typically be travelled in 175 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Waterford Station to Portlaoise by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Ireland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Waterford Station to Portlaoise

To check the bus and train schedule from Waterford Station to Portlaoise using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Waterford Station) and destination (Portlaoise), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Waterford Station to Portlaoise?

    The fastest way takes 175 minutes, using Bus line 736, Train line RAIL, Train line COMMUTER.

  • Is there a direct bus between Waterford Station and Portlaoise?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 55 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Waterford Station to Portlaoise?

    The 736 bus line goes from Merchants Quay-Waterford Bus Stn station near Waterford Station in Waterford to Carlow Bus Station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Carlow Bus Station near Portlaoise in Ireland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Waterford Station to Portlaoise by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Waterford Station in Waterford and Portlaoise in Ireland by bus and train is about 2 hr 55 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Waterford Station to get to Portlaoise?

    Get on the 736 bus from the Merchants Quay-Waterford Bus Stn stop near Waterford Station in Waterford.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Waterford Station and Portlaoise?

    Get off the bus at the Carlow Bus Station, which is closest to Portlaoise in Ireland.

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