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

The cheapest way to get from Laytown to Portrush is to train via Metropole which costs £22 - £35 and takes 5h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Laytown to Portrush is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Laytown and Portrush?

No, there is no direct bus from Laytown to Portrush. However, there are services departing from Netterville Terrace and arriving at Dunluce Avenue via Drogheda Bus Station and Monaghan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

How far is it from Laytown to Portrush?

The distance between Laytown and Portrush is 152 miles. The road distance is 122.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Laytown to Portrush without a car is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs £25 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Laytown to Portrush, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Laytown to Portrush bus from?

Laytown to Portrush bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Drogheda Bus Station.

Train or bus from Laytown to Portrush?

The best way to get from Laytown to Portrush is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs £25 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Laytown to Portrush bus arrive?

Laytown to Portrush bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Monaghan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Laytown to Portrush?

Yes, the driving distance between Laytown to Portrush is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Laytown to Portrush.

Where can I stay near Portrush?

There are 695+ hotels available in Portrush.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Laytown to Portrush 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
best
1. Take the train from Drogheda to Great Victoria Street1 Dn->Gc
2. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Coleraine1 Gc->Ly / ...
5h 11m
£26–40
Train via Metropole
cheapest
1. Take the train from Drogheda to Belfast Grand CentralIc / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Coleraine0
5h 22m
£23–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Drogheda Bus Station to Monaghan Bus Station182
2. Take the bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Dunluce Avenue278
6h 55m
Drive 122 mi
1. Drive from Laytown to Portrush122 mi
2h 42m
£31–44

Laytown to Portrush by train and bus

98Weekly Services

5h 11mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 151.6 mi
Duration: 5h 11m

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

You can take a train from Laytown to Dunluce Avenue via Drogheda, Great Victoria Street, Coleraine, and Coleraine Buscentre in around 5h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Netterville Terrace to Dunluce Avenue via Drogheda Bus Station and Monaghan Bus Station in around 6h 55m.

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