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

The cheapest way to get from Kells to Portrush is to bus and train via Metropole which costs £24 - £40 and takes 6h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kells to Portrush is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Kells and Portrush?

No, there is no direct bus from Kells to Portrush. However, there are services departing from Kells and arriving at Dunluce Avenue via Cavan Bus Station and Monaghan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

How far is it from Kells to Portrush?

The distance between Kells and Portrush is 159 miles. The road distance is 116.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kells to Portrush without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 58m and costs £28 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Kells to Portrush, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kells to Portrush bus from?

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

Where does the Kells to Portrush bus arrive?

Kells to Portrush bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Cavan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Kells to Portrush?

Yes, the driving distance between Kells to Portrush is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Kells to Portrush.

Where can I stay near Portrush?

There are 694+ hotels available in Portrush.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Father McCullen Park to Dundalk Garda Station167
2. Take the train from Dundalk to Great Victoria Street
3. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Coleraine
5h 58m
£29–42
Bus, train via Metropole
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Father McCullen Park to Dundalk Garda Station167
2. Take the train from Dundalk to Belfast Grand CentralIc / ...
3. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Coleraine0
6h 10m
£25–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kells to Cavan Bus Station109
2. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Station to Monaghan Bus Station175 / ...
3. Take the bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Dunluce Avenue278
6h 23m
Drive 115.9 mi
1. Drive from Kells to Portrush115.9 mi
2h 44m
£29–42

Kells to Portrush by bus, foot, and train

35Weekly Services

5h 58mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 158.3 mi
Duration: 5h 58m

What companies run services between Kells, IE-MH, Ireland and Portrush, Northern Ireland?

You can take a bus from Kells to Dunluce Avenue via Cavan Bus Station and Monaghan Bus Station in around 6h 23m.

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