The average train between Newry and Portrush takes 3h 48m and the fastest train takes 2h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Newry 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 2 hours between Newry and Portrush. The earliest departure is at 7:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Newry is at 10:09 PM which arrives into Portrush at 7:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Belfast Great Central and take an average of 3h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Newry 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 Newry to Portrush. However, there are services departing from Newry station and arriving at Portrush station via Belfast Great Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.
Newry to Portrush train services, operated by Translink, depart from Newry station.
Newry to Portrush train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Coleraine station.
The distance between Newry and Portrush is 116.1 km. The road distance is 177 km.
You can take a train from Newry to Portrush via Belfast Great Central and Coleraine in around 3h 52m.