What is the cheapest way to get from Athenry to Portrush?

The cheapest way to get from Athenry to Portrush is to bus and train which costs £35 - £60 and takes 8h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athenry to Portrush?

The fastest way to get from Athenry to Portrush is to drive which takes 4h 21m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Athenry and Portrush?

No, there is no direct train from Athenry to Portrush. However, there are services departing from Athenry and arriving at Portrush via Heuston, Dublin Connolly, Great Victoria Street and Coleraine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 43m.

How far is it from Athenry to Portrush?

The distance between Athenry and Portrush is 232 miles. The road distance is 185.4 miles.

How do I travel from Athenry to Portrush without a car?

The best way to get from Athenry to Portrush without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 25m and costs £35 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Athenry to Portrush?

It takes approximately 8h 25m to get from Athenry to Portrush, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athenry to Portrush train from?

Athenry to Portrush train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Athenry station.

Train or bus from Athenry to Portrush?

The best way to get from Athenry to Portrush is to train which takes 8h 43m and costs £45 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 40m.

Where does the Athenry to Portrush train arrive?

Athenry to Portrush train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Athenry to Portrush?

Yes, the driving distance between Athenry to Portrush is 185 miles. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Athenry to Portrush.

Where can I stay near Portrush?

There are 695+ hotels available in Portrush.

Athenry to Portrush - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Athenry to Portrush by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Galway, Bus Station to Derry Londonderry Foyle Buscentre64
2. Take the train from Derry-Londonderry to Coleraine2 Ly->Gc / ...
8h 25m
£38–56
Train
1. Take the train from Athenry to Dublin HeustonIc / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Great Victoria Street
3. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Coleraine
8h 43m
£49–72
Drive 184.4 mi
1. Drive from Athenry to Portrush184.4 mi
4h 21m
£46–67
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt Station to Ulsterbus Depot64
2. Take the bus from Derry Londonderry Bus Station to Coleraine Buscentre234 / ...
9h 40m

Athenry to Portrush by train and tram

74Weekly Services

8h 43mAverage Duration

£49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 230.6 mi
Duration: 8h 25m

What companies run services between Athenry, Ireland and Portrush, Northern Ireland?

You can take a train from Athenry to Portrush via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, Dublin Connolly, Great Victoria Street, and Coleraine in around 8h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Athenry to Dunluce Avenue via Galway, Galway Ceannt Station, Derry Londonderry Bus Station, and Coleraine Buscentre in around 9h 40m.

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