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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Portrush is to car ferry and train which costs £65 - £90 and takes 9h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Portrush is to car ferry and drive which takes 6h 16m and costs £70 - £100.

How far is it from Holyhead to Portrush?

The distance between Holyhead and Portrush is 212 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Portrush without a car is to ferry and train which takes 8h 53m and costs £90 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 16m to get from Holyhead to Portrush, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Portrush?

There are 691+ hotels available in Portrush.

Holyhead to Portrush - 5 ways to travel via train, car ferry, car, and ferry

There are 5 ways to get from Holyhead to Portrush by car ferry, car, ferry, train, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Car ferry, drive
best
1. Take the car ferry from Holyhead to Dublin Terminal 1
2. Drive from Dublin Terminal 1 to Portrush
6h 16m
£73–98
Car ferry, train
cheapest
1. Take the car ferry from Holyhead to Dublin Terminal 1
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand CentralIc / ...
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Coleraine0
9h 28m
£69–88
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+I0
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand CentralIc / ...
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Coleraine0
8h 53m
£91–131
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+I0
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Moy SquareX4
3. Take the bus from Moy Square to Dunluce Avenue278
9h 26m
Car ferry, bus
1. Take the car ferry from Holyhead to Dublin Terminal 1
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Omagh Bus Station32
3. Take the bus from Omagh Depot to Dunluce Avenue231
11h 16m

Holyhead to Portrush by ferry, foot, tram, and train

26Weekly Services

8h 53mAverage Duration

£91Cheapest Price

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Distance: 210.3 mi
Duration: 6h 16m

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and Portrush, Northern Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Holyhead to Portrush. However, you can take the car ferry to Dublin Terminal 1 then drive to Portrush. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Portrush via Dublin Ferryport B+I, The Point, Connolly, Dublin Connolly, Belfast Great Central, and Coleraine in around 8h 53m.

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