Bus from Portlaoise to Dublin
1 direct route · about 80 min · first bus 05:30, last bus 19:15 (weekdays).
Next buses to Dublin as of 04:14
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Portlaoise, 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 | ~80 min | 8 | Sat 7 · Sun 7 | 05:30 | 19:15 | Portlaoise JFL Ave | Parkgate St | Kildare & Clondalkin |
Times are for the first boarding point in Portlaoise 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 Portlaoise to Dublin?
The 735 (JJ Kavanagh) runs directly from Portlaoise to Dublin. Board at Portlaoise JFL Ave and get off at Parkgate St; the journey takes about 80 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Portlaoise to Dublin?
Around 80 minutes on the 735, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Kildare, Clondalkin on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Portlaoise to Dublin?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 05:30 and the last around 19:15. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Portlaoise to Dublin?
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.