🚌 Bus from Athlone to Portlaoise
1 direct route · about 97 min · first bus 09:15, last bus 15:00 (weekdays).
💷 Fares follow the National Transport Authority's fare structure — a TFI Leap Card is significantly cheaper than cash, with daily and weekly caps on most services. Who travels free →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 73 | Bus Éireann | ~97 min | 2 | 09:15 | 15:00 | Athlone Stn |
Times are for the first boarding point in Athlone on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Athlone to Portlaoise?
The 73 (Bus Éireann) runs directly from Athlone to Portlaoise.
How long does the bus take from Athlone to Portlaoise?
Around 97 minutes on the 73, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Athlone to Portlaoise?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 73) leaves around 09:15 and the last around 15:00. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Athlone to Portlaoise?
Fares follow the National Transport Authority's fare structure — a TFI Leap Card is significantly cheaper than cash, with daily and weekly caps on most services.