How to get from Ashford Castle to Portlaoise by bus and train?

From Ashford Castle to Portlaoise by bus and train

To get from Ashford Castle to Portlaoise in Ireland, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 431 bus from Cong station to Claremorris Stn station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RAIL train and finally take the RAIL train from Portarlington station to Portlaoise station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 16 min. The bus and train schedule from Ashford Castle may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Portlaoise on the Moovit app.

256min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 431431
Train - RAILRAIL
Train - RAILRAIL
Leaves from Cong

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cong
    ID 14293
    1.59 km • 20 min
  • 2
    Bus - 431431
    Wait for bus
    431
    Claremorris Stn
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Claremorris Stn
    ID 14292
    37 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Claremorris
    ID 999166
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Dublin Heuston
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Portarlington
    121 min
  • 7
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Limerick (Colbert)
  • 8
    Ride to train station Portlaoise
    Ride to train station
    Portlaoise
    13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Ashford Castle to Portlaoise

The distance between Ashford Castle, Ireland and Portlaoise, Ireland is approximately 204.77 km, which can typically be travelled in 256 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ashford Castle 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 Ashford Castle to Portlaoise

To check the bus and train schedule from Ashford Castle to Portlaoise using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Ashford Castle) 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 Ashford Castle to Portlaoise?

    The fastest way takes 256 minutes, using Bus line 431, Train line RAIL, Train line RAIL.

  • Is there a direct bus between Ashford Castle and Portlaoise in Ireland?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 16 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Ashford Castle to Portlaoise in Ireland?

    The 431 bus line goes from Cong station near Ashford Castle to Claremorris Stn station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Claremorris Stn station near Portlaoise in Ireland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Ashford Castle to Portlaoise in Ireland by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Ashford Castle and Portlaoise in Ireland by bus and train is about 4 hr 16 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Ashford Castle to get to Portlaoise in Ireland?

    Get on the 431 bus from the Cong stop near Ashford Castle in Ireland.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Ashford Castle and Portlaoise in Ireland?

    Get off the bus at the Claremorris Stn station, which is closest to Portlaoise in Ireland.

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