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

The cheapest way to get from Ireland to Portrush is to train which costs £26 - £40 and takes 5h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ireland to Portrush is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Ireland and Portrush?

No, there is no direct bus from Ireland to Portrush. However, there are services departing from Grand Parade and arriving at Dunluce Avenue via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2, Bridge Street and Coleraine Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

How far is it from Ireland to Portrush?

The distance between Ireland and Portrush is 177 miles. The road distance is 147.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ireland to Portrush without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 41m and costs £28 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Ireland to Portrush, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ireland to Portrush bus from?

Ireland to Portrush bus services, operated by Aircoach, depart from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 station.

Train or bus from Ireland to Portrush?

The best way to get from Ireland to Portrush is to train which takes 5h 46m and costs £26 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 51m.

Where does the Ireland to Portrush bus arrive?

Ireland to Portrush bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at Europa Bus Centre station.

Can I drive from Ireland to Portrush?

Yes, the driving distance between Ireland to Portrush is 147 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Ireland to Portrush.

Where can I stay near Portrush?

There are 735+ hotels available in Portrush.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Ireland to Portrush by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Westland Row to Grand Central Stationbus 785
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Colerainetrain Belfast Great Central - Derry-Londonderry / ...
5h 41m
£29–143
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain Dublin Connolly - Belfast Great Central
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Colerainetrain Belfast Great Central - Derry-Londonderry / ...
5h 46m
£26–38
Drive 146.3 mi
1. Drive from Dublin to Portrushcar 146.3 mi
3h 1m
£36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Europa Bus Centrebus 705x
2. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Coleraine Buscentrebus 218 / ...
6h 51m

Ireland to Portrush by bus and train

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5h 41mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ireland to Portrush.

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Distance: 176.1 mi
Duration: 5h 41m

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

You can take a bus from Camden Street Lower to Dunluce Avenue via Five Lamps, Dublin Connolly, Belfast Great Central, Coleraine, and Coleraine Buscentre in around 5h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grand Parade to Dunluce Avenue via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2, Europa Bus Centre, Bridge Street, and Coleraine Buscentre in around 6h 51m.

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