Bus from Dublin to Portlaoise
1 direct route · about 90 min · first bus 07:05, last bus 00:15 (weekdays).
Next buses to Portlaoise as of 08:55
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Dublin, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 735 | JJ Kavanagh | ~90 min | 8 | Sat 7 · Sun 7 | 07:05 | 00:15 | George's Quay | Portlaoise JFL Ave | Clondalkin & Kildare |
Times are for the first boarding point in Dublin on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every 735 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Dublin to Portlaoise?
The 735 (JJ Kavanagh) runs directly from Dublin to Portlaoise. Board at George's Quay and get off at Portlaoise JFL Ave; the journey takes about 90 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Dublin to Portlaoise?
Around 90 minutes on the 735, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Clondalkin, Kildare on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Dublin to Portlaoise?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 07:05 and the last around 00:15. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Dublin 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.