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

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Portrush is to bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which costs £30 - £45 and takes 8h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Portrush is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Portrush?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone to Portrush. However, there are services departing from Athlone Stn and arriving at Dunluce Avenue via Cavan Bus Stn and Monaghan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Athlone and Portrush?

No, there is no direct train from Athlone to Portrush. However, there are services departing from Athlone and arriving at Coleraine via Heuston, Dublin Connolly and Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

How far is it from Athlone to Portrush?

The distance between Athlone and Portrush is 265 miles. The road distance is 155 miles.

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

The best way to get from Athlone to Portrush without a car is to train which takes 6h 59m and costs £40 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 6h 59m to get from Athlone to Portrush, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Portrush bus from?

Athlone to Portrush bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Athlone Stn station.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Portrush train from?

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

Train or bus from Athlone to Portrush?

The best way to get from Athlone to Portrush is to train which takes 6h 59m and costs £40 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 13m.

Where does the Athlone to Portrush bus arrive?

Athlone to Portrush bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Cavan Bus Stn station.

Where does the Athlone to Portrush train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athlone to Portrush?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Portrush is 155 miles. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Athlone to Portrush.

Where can I stay near Portrush?

There are 707+ hotels available in Portrush.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Athlone to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic
3. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Colerainetrain Re
6h 59m
£43–62
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
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1. Take the bus from Arcadia to Airport Zone 11bus 763
2. Take the bus from Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Belfast Glengallbus
3. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Coleraine Buscentrebus 218
8h 39m
£33–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Cavan Bus Stnbus 466
2. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Stn to North Roadbus 176
3. Take the bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Dunluce Avenuebus 278
8h 13m
Drive 154.1 mi
1. Drive from Athlone to Portrushcar 154.1 mi
3h 28m
£39–56

Athlone to Portrush by train, tram, and bus

186Weekly Services

6h 59mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 263.8 mi
Duration: 6h 59m

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

You can take a train from Athlone to Dunluce Avenue via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, Dublin Connolly, Belfast Grand Central, Coleraine, and Coleraine Buscentre in around 6h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Athlone Stn to Dunluce Avenue via Cavan Bus Stn, North Road, and Monaghan Bus Station in around 8h 13m.

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