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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Limerick Old Cratloe Road | Portlaoise Kilminchy | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Limerick UL Student Centre | Portlaoise Kilminchy | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Limerick Old Cratloe Road | Portlaoise Kilminchy | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Limerick Old Cratloe Road | Portlaoise Kilminchy | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Limerick UL Student Centre | Portlaoise Kilminchy | No tags |
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Get from Limerick to Portlaoise
The journey takes about 2 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Limerick and Portlaoise?
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
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Based on 55 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. JJ Kavanagh & Sons ticket prices on this trip start at $28
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Limerick to Portlaoise by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Limerick to Portlaoise?
The cheapest bus tickets from Limerick to Portlaoise start from $28. The average price for this route is around $29. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Limerick to Portlaoise?
The average bus travel time from Limerick to Portlaoise is 2h 5m, covering a distance of 101 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 40m and is operated by JJ Kavanagh & Sons.
Which bus companies service the Limerick to Portlaoise route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Limerick to Portlaoise?
The earliest bus departs from Limerick to Portlaoise at 9:00am. And the latest bus departs at 5:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Limerick to Portlaoise?
A bus trip from Limerick to Portlaoise generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Limerick to Portlaoise was searched and found on Mar 4, 2026 with a price of $26To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Limerick to Portlaoise, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $26 to $26 for a bus ticket from Limerick to Portlaoise based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2026-03-04.
