Castletown (Laois)

Castletown sits along the R445 between Portlaoise and Thurles, making it a handy stop for drivers crossing the midlands between Dublin and Cork. Most folk arrive from the N80 via Carlow or down from Portlaoise, about 15 kilometers through typical Laois farmland. The M7 runs parallel about 10 kilometers east, with Junction 17 providing access for longer journeys. Electric vehicle drivers will find fast chargers in nearby Portlaoise and along the M7 corridor. The River Erkina flows right through the town center, crossed by an old stone bridge that's been carrying traffic on the main road for centuries.