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

The cheapest way to get from Ballyclare to Portrush is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 53 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballyclare to Portrush is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Ballyclare and Portrush?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballyclare to Portrush. However, there are services departing from The Square and arriving at Dunluce Avenue via Ulster University Belfast and Coleraine Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Ballyclare to Portrush?

The distance between Ballyclare and Portrush is 56 miles. The road distance is 45 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballyclare to Portrush without a car is to line 149 bus and train and bus which takes 2h 42m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Ballyclare to Portrush, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballyclare to Portrush bus from?

Ballyclare to Portrush bus services, operated by Translink, depart from The Square station.

Where does the Ballyclare to Portrush bus arrive?

Ballyclare to Portrush bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Ulster University Belfast station.

Can I drive from Ballyclare to Portrush?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballyclare to Portrush is 45 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Ballyclare to Portrush.

Where can I stay near Portrush?

There are 186+ hotels available in Portrush.

Ballyclare to Portrush - 5 ways to travel via train, line 149 bus, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Ballyclare to Portrush by bus, train, car, or taxi

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

Line 149 bus, train, bus
best
1. Take the bus from The Square to Ballymena Buscentrebus 149
2. Take the train from Ballymena to Colerainetrain
3. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Dunluce Avenuebus 402 / ...
2h 42m
Drive 44.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballyclare to Portrushcar 44.7 mi
53 min
£11–16
Line 154 bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Square to Antrim Depotbus 154 / ...
2. Take the train from Antrim to Colerainetrain Belfast Great Central - Derry-Londonderry / ...
2h 48m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballyclare to Portrushtaxi 44.7 mi
53 min
£90–120
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Square to Ulster University Belfastbus 653b / ...
2. Take the bus from Ulster University Belfast to Coleraine Buscentrebus 218 / ...
3h 59m

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Map of how to get from Ballyclare to Portrush.

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Distance: 55.6 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

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

You can take a bus from The Square to Dunluce Avenue via Ulster University Belfast and Coleraine Buscentre in around 3h 59m.

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