The average train between Portrush and Galway takes 9h 58m and the fastest train takes 7h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Portrush to Galway. 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 Galway. The earliest departure is at 8:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Portrush is at 11:02 PM which arrives into Galway at 1:51 PM. All services require a transfer at Coleraine and take an average of 9h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Portrush to Galway? 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 Galway. However, there are services departing from Portrush station and arriving at Galway station via Belfast Great Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 58m.
Portrush to Galway train services, operated by Translink, depart from Coleraine station.
Portrush to Galway train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Galway station.
The distance between Portrush and Galway is 265.5 km. The road distance is 498 km.
You can take a train from Portrush to Galway via Coleraine, Belfast Great Central, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 8h 53m.