What is the cheapest way to get from Dublin to Portaferry?

The cheapest way to get from Dublin to Portaferry is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dublin to Portaferry?

The fastest way to get from Dublin to Portaferry is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Dublin and Portaferry?

No, there is no direct bus from Dublin to Portaferry. However, there are services departing from Custom House Quay and arriving at Strangford Square via Grand Central Station Stand 21 and Downpatrick Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

How far is it from Dublin to Portaferry?

The distance between Dublin and Portaferry is 142 miles. The road distance is 131.9 miles.

How do I travel from Dublin to Portaferry without a car?

The best way to get from Dublin to Portaferry without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 33m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Dublin to Portaferry?

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Dublin to Portaferry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dublin to Portaferry bus from?

Dublin to Portaferry bus services, operated by Dublin Express, depart from Custom House Quay station.

Where does the Dublin to Portaferry bus arrive?

Dublin to Portaferry bus services, operated by Dublin Express, arrive at Grand Central Station.

Can I drive from Dublin to Portaferry?

Yes, the driving distance between Dublin to Portaferry is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Dublin to Portaferry.

Where can I stay near Portaferry?

There are 151+ hotels available in Portaferry.

Dublin to Portaferry - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Dublin to Portaferry 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain Dublin Connolly - Belfast Great Central
2. Take the bus from Lanyon Place to Portaferry Depotbus 10
4h 33m
Drive 131.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dublin to Portaferrycar 131.2 mi
2h 21m
£32–47
Bus via Downpatrick Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Custom House Quay to Grand Central Stationbus 785
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 21 to Downpatrick Bus Stationbus 215
5h 24m
Train, bus via Portaferry Square
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain Dublin Connolly - Belfast Great Central
2. Take the bus from Lanyon Place to Portaferry Squarebus 10
4h 48m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 11bus X1
2. Take the bus from Lanyon Place to Portaferry Squarebus 10
5h 30m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dublin to Portaferry.

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Distance: 141.2 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

What companies run services between Dublin, Ireland and Portaferry, Northern Ireland?

You can take a bus from Custom House Quay to Strangford Square via Grand Central Station Stand 21 and Downpatrick Bus Station in around 5h 24m.

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