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

The cheapest way to get from Doolin to Portrush is to bus and train which costs £40 - £65 and takes 9h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Doolin to Portrush is to drive which takes 5h 5m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Doolin and Portrush?

No, there is no direct bus from Doolin to Portrush. However, there are services departing from Doolin and arriving at Dunluce Avenue via Galway Ceannt Station, Derry Londonderry Bus Station and Coleraine Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 8m.

How far is it from Doolin to Portrush?

The distance between Doolin and Portrush is 262 miles. The road distance is 232.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Doolin to Portrush without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 53m and costs £40 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 9h 53m to get from Doolin to Portrush, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Doolin to Portrush bus from?

Doolin to Portrush bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Doolin station.

Where does the Doolin to Portrush bus arrive?

Doolin to Portrush bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Galway Ceannt Station.

Can I drive from Doolin to Portrush?

Yes, the driving distance between Doolin to Portrush is 233 miles. It takes approximately 5h 5m to drive from Doolin to Portrush.

Where can I stay near Portrush?

There are 693+ hotels available in Portrush.

Doolin to Portrush - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Doolin 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, train
best
1. Take the bus from Doolin to Galway Ceannt Station350
2. Take the bus from Galway, Bus Station to Derry Londonderry Foyle Buscentre64
3. Take the train from Derry-Londonderry to Coleraine0
9h 53m
£42–63
Bus, train via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Doolin to Galway Ceannt Station350
2. Take the train from Galway to Dublin HeustonIc / ...
3. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Great Victoria Street
4. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Coleraine
11h 49m
£57–85
Drive 231.5 mi
1. Drive from Doolin to Portrush231.5 mi
5h 5m
£59–84
Bus
1. Take the bus from Doolin to Galway Ceannt Station350
2. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt Station to Ulsterbus Depot64
3. Take the bus from Derry Londonderry Bus Station to Coleraine Buscentre234
11h 8m

Doolin to Portrush by bus, train, and tram

70Weekly Services

11h 49mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 260.7 mi
Duration: 9h 53m

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

You can take a bus from Doolin to Dunluce Avenue via Galway Ceannt Station, Derry Londonderry Bus Station, and Coleraine Buscentre in around 11h 8m.

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