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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Portlaoise Kilminchy | Dublin City (Heuston Station) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Portlaoise Kilminchy | Dublin - Red Cow Luas | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Portlaoise Kilminchy | Dublin Airport (Coach Park - Zone 16) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Portlaoise Kilminchy | Dublin (Docklands) North Wall Quay | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Portlaoise Kilminchy | Dublin City South, Georges Quay | No tags |
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Get from Portlaoise to Dublin
The journey takes about 1 hour 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 286, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Portlaoise and Dublin?
Stops in Portlaoise
- A
Portlaoise - N80 Footbridge Mountrath Bus Stop
1 Bridge St, Portlaoise, Co. Laois, Ireland - B
Portlaoise - N80 Laois Shopping Centre Bus Stop
11, Lismard Court, Well Rd, Portlaoise, Co. Laois, Ireland
Stops in Dublin
- A
Dublin Airport
- B
City Centre - O’Connell Street (Opp Gresham Hotel)
Outside the Gresham Hotel on O'Connell Street, North City, Dublin 1, Co. Dublin, Ireland - CDublin (Custom House), Custom House Quay, at Custom House
- DIrish Ferries Terminal, Toll Gasoline Center, Terminal Rd S, Dublin Port, Dublin, Ireland
- E
Dublin
Prince's Street North, North City, Dublin, Ireland - F
Ferryport Terminal 2
Dublin Port Ferryport (Terminal 2), Ireland
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Users have shared positive experiences with the service, highlighting punctuality and comfort during their travels. The coach was noted for being clean and well-driven, providing a smooth journey from Dublin Airport. Passengers appreciated the early morning schedule that allowed them to board at convenient times like 03:05 in Portlaoise.
JJ Kavanagh & Sons Portlaoise Dublin recent customer reviews
driver was amazing guy... only im disappointed becauze i couldn't change time of travelling
Blaz M.
Brilliant service from and to Dublin Airport, especially the early one, I got on at 03:05 at Portlaoise. Coach was clean and smoothly driven.
Paul B.
Bus was on time and enjoyed travelling in the very best comfort
Joshua G.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portlaoise to Dublin by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Portlaoise to Dublin?
The cheapest bus tickets from Portlaoise to Dublin start at R 286. The average price for this route is around R 289. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Portlaoise to Dublin?
The average bus journey time from Portlaoise to Dublin is 1h 25m, covering a distance of 77 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 40m and is operated by JJ Kavanagh & Sons.
Which bus companies service the Portlaoise to Dublin route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 32 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Portlaoise to Dublin?
The earliest bus departs from Portlaoise to Dublin at 03:05. And the latest bus departs at 19:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Portlaoise to Dublin?
A bus trip from Portlaoise to Dublin produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Portlaoise to Dublin was searched and found on 20 Dec 2025 with a price of R 259To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Portlaoise to Dublin as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 259 to R 357 for a bus ticket from Portlaoise to Dublin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 259, which is on 2025-12-20.
