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

The cheapest way to get from Castlerea to Portrush is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castlerea to Portrush is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Castlerea and Portrush?

No, there is no direct bus from Castlerea to Portrush. However, there are services departing from Castlerea and arriving at Dunluce Avenue via Sligo Bus Stn, Foyle Street Bus Station and Coleraine Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Castlerea and Portrush?

No, there is no direct train from Castlerea to Portrush. However, there are services departing from Castlerea and arriving at Portrush via Heuston, Dublin Connolly, Belfast Great Central and Coleraine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 26m.

How far is it from Castlerea to Portrush?

The distance between Castlerea and Portrush is 176 miles. The road distance is 148.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Castlerea to Portrush without a car is to bus which takes 7h 58m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 58m to get from Castlerea to Portrush, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castlerea to Portrush bus from?

Castlerea to Portrush bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim, depart from Castlerea station.

Where do I catch the Castlerea to Portrush train from?

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

Train or bus from Castlerea to Portrush?

The best way to get from Castlerea to Portrush is to bus which takes 7h 58m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £75 and takes 8h 26m.

Where does the Castlerea to Portrush bus arrive?

Castlerea to Portrush bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim, arrive at Sligo Bus Stn station.

Where does the Castlerea to Portrush train arrive?

Castlerea to Portrush train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Castlerea to Portrush?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlerea to Portrush is 148 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Castlerea to Portrush.

Where can I stay near Portrush?

There are 735+ hotels available in Portrush.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Castlerea to Portrush by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Castlerea to Sligo Bus Stnbus 977
2. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Stn to Ulsterbus Depotbus 64
3. Take the bus from Foyle Street Bus Station to Coleraine Buscentrebus 234
7h 58m
Drive 147.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Castlerea to Portrushcar 147.3 mi
3h 27m
£36–52
Train
1. Take the train from Castlerea to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Colerainetrain
8h 26m
£48–72

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Castlerea to Portrush.

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Distance: 175.2 mi
Duration: 7h 58m

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

You can take a bus from Castlerea to Dunluce Avenue via Sligo Bus Stn, Foyle Street Bus Station, and Coleraine Buscentre in around 7h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Castlerea to Portrush via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, Dublin Connolly, Belfast Great Central, and Coleraine in around 8h 26m.

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