The average train between Portrush and Dublin takes 5h 16m and the fastest train takes 4h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Portrush to Dublin. 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 3 hours between Portrush and Dublin. The earliest departure is at 6:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Portrush is at 11:02 PM which arrives into Dublin at 10:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Coleraine and take an average of 5h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Portrush to Dublin? 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 Portrush to Dublin. However, there are services departing from Portrush station and arriving at Dublin station via Belfast Great Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.
Portrush to Dublin train services, operated by Translink, depart from Coleraine station.
Portrush to Dublin train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Connolly station.
The distance between Portrush and Dublin is 209.9 km. The road distance is 288 km.
You can take a train from Portrush to Dublin Connolly via Coleraine and Belfast Great Central in around 5h 7m.