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

The cheapest way to get from Balbriggan to Portrush is to train which costs £26 - £45 and takes 4h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balbriggan to Portrush is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Balbriggan and Portrush?

No, there is no direct bus from Balbriggan to Portrush. However, there are services departing from Balbriggan Comm Cen and arriving at Dunluce Avenue via Dublin Airport T1 and Moy Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

How far is it from Balbriggan to Portrush?

The distance between Balbriggan and Portrush is 158 miles. The road distance is 128.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balbriggan to Portrush without a car is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs £26 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Balbriggan to Portrush, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balbriggan to Portrush bus from?

Balbriggan to Portrush bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Dublin Airport T1 station.

Train or bus from Balbriggan to Portrush?

The best way to get from Balbriggan to Portrush is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs £26 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 23m.

Where does the Balbriggan to Portrush bus arrive?

Balbriggan to Portrush bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Moy Square station.

Can I drive from Balbriggan to Portrush?

Yes, the driving distance between Balbriggan to Portrush is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Balbriggan to Portrush.

Where can I stay near Portrush?

There are 691+ hotels available in Portrush.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Balbriggan to Portrush by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Drogheda to Belfast Grand CentralIc / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Coleraine1 Gc->Ly / ...
4h 34m
£26–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Moy SquareX4
2. Take the bus from Moy Square to Dunluce Avenue278
6h 23m
Drive 127.4 mi
1. Drive from Balbriggan to Portrush127.4 mi
2h 41m
£32–46
Train via Craigavon
1. Take the train from Drogheda to PortadownIc / ...
2. Take the train from Portadown to Coleraine0
5h 45m
£27–40

Balbriggan to Portrush by train and bus

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4h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 156.8 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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

You can take a train from Balbriggan to Dunluce Avenue via Drogheda, Belfast Great Central, Coleraine, and Coleraine Buscentre in around 4h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Balbriggan Comm Cen to Dunluce Avenue via Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19, Dublin Airport T1, and Moy Square in around 6h 23m.

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