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 £23 - £40 and takes 5h 6m.

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 42m and costs £30 - £45.

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 Terminal 2 Zone 20, Bridge Street and Coleraine Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

How far is it from Balbriggan to Portrush?

The distance between Balbriggan and Portrush is 161 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 5h 6m and costs £23 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m 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 Aircoach, depart from Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 20 station.

Train or bus from Balbriggan to Portrush?

The best way to get from Balbriggan to Portrush is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs £23 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus via Belfast, which costs and takes 6h 57m.

Where does the Balbriggan to Portrush bus arrive?

Balbriggan to Portrush bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at Europa Bus Centre station.

Can I drive from Balbriggan to Portrush?

Yes, the driving distance between Balbriggan to Portrush is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m 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 Macbride to Belfast Great Centraltrain Rail
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Colerainetrain Rail
5h 6m
£23–35
Bus via Belfast
1. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 20 to Europa Bus Centrebus 705x
2. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Coleraine Buscentrebus 218 / ...
6h 57m
Drive 127.4 mi
1. Drive from Balbriggan to Portrushcar 127.4 mi
2h 42m
£31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Drogheda Bus Station to Monaghan Bus Stationbus 182
2. Take the bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Dunluce Avenuebus 278
7h 2m

Balbriggan to Portrush by train and bus

125Weekly Services

5h 6mAverage Duration

£23Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Balbriggan to Portrush.

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Distance: 160.5 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

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

You can take a train from Balbriggan to Dunluce Avenue via Drogheda Macbride, Belfast Great Central, Coleraine, and Coleraine Buscentre in around 5h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Balbriggan Comm Cen to Dunluce Avenue via Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19, Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 20, Europa Bus Centre, Bridge Street, and Coleraine Buscentre in around 6h 57m.

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