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

The cheapest way to get from Kildare to Portrush is to bus and train which costs £30 - £150 and takes 8h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kildare to Portrush is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Kildare and Portrush?

No, there is no direct bus from Kildare to Portrush. However, there are services departing from Kildare and arriving at Dunluce Avenue via Terminal 1 Zone 2, Bridge Street and Coleraine Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Kildare and Portrush?

No, there is no direct train from Kildare to Portrush. However, there are services departing from Kildare and arriving at Coleraine via Hazelhatch, Dublin Connolly and Belfast Great Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

How far is it from Kildare to Portrush?

The distance between Kildare and Portrush is 217 miles. The road distance is 167.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kildare to Portrush without a car is to train which takes 6h 37m and costs £30 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 6h 37m to get from Kildare to Portrush, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kildare to Portrush bus from?

Kildare to Portrush bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Kildare station.

Where do I catch the Kildare to Portrush train from?

Kildare to Portrush train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Dublin Connolly station.

Train or bus from Kildare to Portrush?

The best way to get from Kildare to Portrush is to train which takes 6h 37m and costs £30 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 34m.

Where does the Kildare to Portrush bus arrive?

Kildare to Portrush bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Airport Zone 16 station.

Where does the Kildare to Portrush train arrive?

Kildare to Portrush train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.

Can I drive from Kildare to Portrush?

Yes, the driving distance between Kildare to Portrush is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Kildare to Portrush.

Where can I stay near Portrush?

There are 757+ hotels available in Portrush.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Colerainetrain Belfast Great Central - Derry-Londonderry / ...
6h 37m
£33–51
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kildare to S O'Casey Brbus 126
2. Take the bus from Custom Hse Quay to Grand Central Stationbus 785
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Colerainetrain
8h 24m
£32–149
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kildare to Airport Zone 16bus 726
2. Take the bus from Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Europa Bus Centrebus
3. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Coleraine Buscentrebus 218
7h 34m
Drive 166.3 mi
1. Drive from Kildare to Portrushcar 166.3 mi
3h 48m
£41–59

Kildare to Portrush by train and bus

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6h 37mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 215.8 mi
Duration: 6h 37m

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

You can take a train from Kildare to Dunluce Avenue via Hazelhatch, Dublin Connolly, Belfast Great Central, Coleraine, and Coleraine Buscentre in around 6h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kildare to Dunluce Avenue via Airport Zone 16, Terminal 1 Zone 2, Europa Bus Centre, Bridge Street, and Coleraine Buscentre in around 7h 34m.

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