The average train between Galway and Portrush takes 8h 59m and the fastest train takes 7h 27m. The train service runs several times per day from Galway to Portrush. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Galway and Portrush. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Galway is at 8:50 PM which arrives into Portrush at 9:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 8h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Galway to Portrush? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Galway to Portrush. However, there are services departing from Galway station and arriving at Portrush station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 59m.
Galway to Portrush train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Galway station.
Galway to Portrush train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Coleraine station.
The distance between Galway and Portrush is 265.5 km. The road distance is 499 km.
You can take a train from Galway to Portrush via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, Dublin Connolly, Belfast Great Central, and Coleraine in around 10h 3m.