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There are 4 ways to get from Portlaoise to Howth by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train

    best
    1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Dublin Heustontrain train Re / ...
    2. Take the train from Tara Street to Howthtrain train Ic / ...
    2h 11m
    €11–17
  2. Bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Eden Quaybus bus 735
    2. Take the bus from Abbey St Lower to Main Street Howthbus bus 6 / ...
    2h 44m
    €10–13
  3. Drive  98.6 km

    1. Drive from Portlaoise to Howthcar car 98.6 km
    1h 18m
    €18–26
  4. Bus, line 126 bus

    1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Maudlingsbus bus 726
    2. Take the bus from Maudlings to Mayor Street Lowerbus bus 126
    3. Take the bus from Five Lamps to Main Street Howthbus bus 6 / ...
    3h 45m
    €12–15

Portlaoise to Howth by train, tram, and foot

Calendar425Weekly Services
Duration2h 11mAverage Duration
Ticket€11Cheapest Price
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What companies run services between Portlaoise, Ireland and Howth, Ireland?

You can take a train from Portlaoise to Howth via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey St., and Tara Street in around 2h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Main Street Howth via Eden Quay and Abbey St Lower in around 2h 44m.

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