What is the cheapest way to get from Coleraine to Swords?

The cheapest way to get from Coleraine to Swords is to train and bus which costs €30 - €45 and takes 5h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Coleraine to Swords?

The fastest way to get from Coleraine to Swords is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Coleraine and Swords?

No, there is no direct bus from Coleraine to Swords. However, there are services departing from Coleraine Buscentre and arriving at Swords Castle via Ulster University Belfast, Grand Central Station and Airport Zone 15. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from Coleraine to Swords?

The distance between Coleraine and Swords is 261 km. The road distance is 211.4 km.

How do I travel from Coleraine to Swords without a car?

The best way to get from Coleraine to Swords without a car is to train and line 101 bus which takes 4h 35m and costs €40 - €60.

How long does it take to get from Coleraine to Swords?

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Coleraine to Swords, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Coleraine to Swords bus from?

Coleraine to Swords bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Coleraine Buscentre station.

Where does the Coleraine to Swords bus arrive?

Coleraine to Swords bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Ulster University Belfast station.

Can I drive from Coleraine to Swords?

Yes, the driving distance between Coleraine to Swords is 211 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Coleraine to Swords.

Where can I stay near Swords?

There are 1202+ hotels available in Swords.

Coleraine to Swords - 4 ways to travel via train, line 101 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Coleraine to Swords 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, line 101 bus
best
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Belfast Great Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Droghedatrain Ic / ...
3. Take the bus from Drogheda Stn to Seatownbus 101
4h 35m
€43–60
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Belfast Great Centraltrain Derry-Londonderry - Belfast Great Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotelbus 705x
5h 44m
€32–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Ulster University Belfastbus 218
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station to Terminal 1 Zone 1bus 785
5h 23m
Drive 211.4 km
1. Drive from Coleraine to Swordscar 211.4 km
2h 39m
€38–55

Coleraine to Swords by train and bus

119Weekly Services

4h 35mAverage Duration

€43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 261.4 km
Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between Coleraine, Northern Ireland and Swords, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Swords Castle via Ulster University Belfast, Donegall Square East, Grand Central Station, Terminal 1 Zone 1, and Airport Zone 15 in around 5h 23m.

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