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Portlaoise to Barmouth

Updated: March 14, 2024 01:28 PM
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Portlaoise to Barmouth - Language, Currency, Distance, How to Reach, Expenses, Best time to go, What to Eat, Where to Go, FAQ

Language

The official language of Ireland is Irish, but English is the more commonly spoken language. In Wales, the official languages are Welsh and English.

Currency

The currency of Ireland is the euro (€). The currency of Wales is the British pound (£).

Distance

The distance from Portlaoise to Barmouth is approximately 260 miles (418 kilometers).

How to Reach

There are several ways to reach Barmouth from Portlaoise.

  • By car: The drive from Portlaoise to Barmouth takes approximately 4 hours and 30 minutes.
  • By train: There is no direct train from Portlaoise to Barmouth. However, you can take a train from Portlaoise to Dublin and then transfer to a train to Barmouth.
  • By bus: There is no direct bus from Portlaoise to Barmouth. However, you can take a bus from Portlaoise to Dublin and then transfer to a bus to Barmouth.

Expenses

The cost of traveling from Portlaoise to Barmouth will vary depending on the mode of transportation and the time of year.

  • By car: The cost of gas will vary depending on the price of gas at the time of travel.
  • By train: The cost of a train ticket from Portlaoise to Dublin is approximately €20. The cost of a train ticket from Dublin to Barmouth is approximately £40.
  • By bus: The cost of a bus ticket from Portlaoise to Dublin is approximately €15. The cost of a bus ticket from Dublin to Barmouth is approximately £25.

Best time to go

The best time to visit Barmouth is during the summer months (June to August). However, Barmouth is a popular tourist destination, so it is important to book accommodations in advance.

What to Eat

Barmouth is known for its seafood. Some of the local specialties include:

  • Welsh rarebit: A dish made with cheese, milk, and bread.
  • Bara brith: A fruitcake made with tea-soaked dried fruit.
  • Crempogau: A type of pancake made with oatmeal.

Where to Go

Barmouth is a small town with a lot to offer visitors.

  • The Barmouth Bridge: A suspension bridge that spans the River Mawddach.
  • The Ffestiniog Railway: A narrow-gauge railway that runs from Barmouth to Blaenau Ffestiniog.
  • The Welsh Highland Railway: A narrow-gauge railway that runs from Caernarfon to Porthmadog.

FAQ

Here are some frequently asked questions about traveling from Portlaoise to Barmouth.

  • What is the best way to get from Portlaoise to Barmouth? The best way to get from Portlaoise to Barmouth depends on your budget and time constraints.
  • How long does it take to get from Portlaoise to Barmouth? The drive from Portlaoise to Barmouth takes approximately 4 hours and 30 minutes.
  • How much does it cost to get from Portlaoise to Barmouth? The cost of traveling from Portlaoise to Barmouth will vary depending on the mode of transportation and the time of year.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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