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 37m.

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 train between Balbriggan and Portrush?

No, there is no direct train from Balbriggan to Portrush. However, there are services departing from Balbriggan and arriving at Coleraine via Drogheda and Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

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 4h 37m and costs £26 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Balbriggan to Portrush, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balbriggan to Portrush train from?

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

Where does the Balbriggan to Portrush train arrive?

Balbriggan to Portrush train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Belfast Grand Central 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 759+ hotels available in Portrush.

Balbriggan to Portrush - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Balbriggan to Portrush by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Drogheda to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Colerainetrain Re / ...
4h 37m
£26–40
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Terminal 2 Zone 21 to Grand Central Stationbus 785
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Colerainetrain Re / ...
6h 21m
£39–141
Drive 127.3 mi
1. Drive from Balbriggan to Portrushcar 127.3 mi
2h 42m
£32–45

Balbriggan to Portrush by train and bus

225Weekly Services

4h 37mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 160.4 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

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

You can take a train from Balbriggan to Dunluce Avenue via Drogheda, Belfast Grand Central, Coleraine, and Coleraine Buscentre in around 4h 37m.

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