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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Portrush is to train via Coleraine Buscentre which costs £11 - £17 and takes 2h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Portrush is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Portrush?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast to Portrush. However, there are services departing from Bridge Street 2 and arriving at Dunluce Avenue via Coleraine Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Belfast and Portrush?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lanyon Place and arriving at Portrush. Services depart once daily, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Belfast to Portrush?

The distance between Belfast and Portrush is 66 miles. The road distance is 58.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Portrush without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £12 - £17.

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

The train from Lanyon Place to Portrush takes 1h 37m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Portrush bus from?

Belfast to Portrush bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Bridge Street 2 station.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Portrush train from?

Belfast to Portrush train services, operated by Translink, depart from Lanyon Place station.

Train or bus from Belfast to Portrush?

The best way to get from Belfast to Portrush is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £12 - £17. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 17m.

Where does the Belfast to Portrush bus arrive?

Belfast to Portrush bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Coleraine Buscentre station.

Where does the Belfast to Portrush train arrive?

Belfast to Portrush train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Portrush station.

Can I drive from Belfast to Portrush?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Portrush is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Belfast to Portrush.

Where can I stay near Portrush?

There are 692+ hotels available in Portrush.

Belfast to Portrush - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Belfast 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 Lanyon Place to Portrush1 Gc->Ph / ...
1h 37m
£12–17
Train via Coleraine Buscentre
cheapest
1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Coleraine0
2h 6m
£11–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bridge Street 2 to Coleraine Buscentre218 / ...
2h 17m
Drive 57.8 mi
1. Drive from Belfast to Portrush57.8 mi
1h 6m
£15–21
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lanyon Place to Coleraine1 Gc->Ly / ...
2. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Dunluce Avenue140b / ...
1h 52m

Belfast to Portrush by train

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Distance: 65.7 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

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

Translink operates a train from Lanyon Place to Portrush once daily. Tickets cost £12–17 and the journey takes 1h 37m. Alternatively, Translink operates a bus from Bridge Street 2 to Coleraine Buscentre hourly, and the journey takes 1h 45m.

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