The average train between Portrush and Skerries takes 5h 9m and the fastest train takes 3h 59m. There is a train service every few hours from Portrush to Skerries. 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 hourly between Portrush and Skerries. 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 Skerries at 12:06 PM. All services require a transfer at Coleraine and take an average of 5h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Portrush to Skerries? 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 Skerries. However, there are services departing from Portrush station and arriving at Skerries station via Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.
Portrush to Skerries train services, operated by Translink, depart from Coleraine station.
Portrush to Skerries train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Drogheda station.
The distance between Portrush and Skerries is 184.2 km. The road distance is 259 km.
You can take a train from Portrush to Skerries via Coleraine, Belfast Grand Central, and Drogheda in around 4h 59m.