What is the distance between Portlaoise and Dublin?

The distance separating Portlaoise and Dublin is 47 miles (76 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Portlaoise to Dublin?

If you're headed to Dublin from Portlaoise, chances are that your bus will leave from Portlaoise - N80 Footbridge Mountrath Bus Stop and arrive at Dublin Airport. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Dublin?

Once in Dublin, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Boyne Valley, Aboveboard, National Leprechaun Museum, Wicklow Mountains National Park and The National Gallery.

Bus Portlaoise to Dublin from $15 | Compare & Save up to 27%

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Portlaoise to Dublin on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:20pm	Portlaoise Kilminchy	1h 55m	9:15pm	Dublin Airport (Coach Park - Zone 16)	No tags
Bus	7:20pm	Portlaoise Kilminchy	1h 30m	8:50pm	Dublin George's Quay	No tags
Bus	7:20pm	Portlaoise Kilminchy	1h 35m	8:55pm	Dublin International Financial Services Centre (IFSC)	No tags
Bus	7:20pm	Portlaoise Kilminchy	55m	8:15pm	Dublin - Red Cow Luas	No tags
Bus	7:20pm	Portlaoise Kilminchy	1h 15m	8:35pm	Dublin City (Heuston Station)	No tags

Get from Portlaoise to Dublin

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 hour 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

30bus per day

1h 25mAverage Duration

48 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

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JJ Kavanagh & Sons

4/539 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.9

Wifi4

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

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.

August 12, 2025

Bus was on time and enjoyed travelling in the very best comfort

Joshua G.

June 16, 2024

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Where are the popular stops in Portlaoise and Dublin?

Stops in Portlaoise

A - Portlaoise - N80 Footbridge Mountrath Bus Stop

B - Portlaoise - N80 Laois Shopping Centre Bus Stop

Stops in Dublin

A - Dublin Airport

B - City Centre - O’Connell Street (Opp Gresham Hotel)

C - Custom House Quay

D - Por

E - Dublin

F - Ferryport Terminal 2

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Portlaoise to Dublin by bus

What is the distance between Portlaoise and Dublin?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Portlaoise to Dublin?
What are the best sights and things to do in Dublin?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/17

$16

11/18

$16

Today

$15

11/20

$16

11/21

$16

11/22

$16

11/23

$16

11/24

$16

The cheapest trip from Portlaoise to Dublin was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $15

To 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 $15 to $21 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 $16 which is on 2025-11-20.