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

The cheapest way to get from Limerick to Portrush is to train which costs £45 - £70 and takes 8h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Limerick to Portrush is to drive which takes 4h 52m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Limerick and Portrush?

No, there is no direct bus from Limerick to Portrush. However, there are services departing from Limerick Arthur's Quay and arriving at Dunluce Avenue via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2, Bridge Street 2 and Coleraine Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Limerick and Portrush?

No, there is no direct train from Limerick to Portrush. However, there are services departing from Limerick and arriving at Portrush via Limerick Junction, Heuston, Dublin Connolly, Great Victoria Street and Coleraine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 4m.

How far is it from Limerick to Portrush?

The distance between Limerick and Portrush is 311 miles. The road distance is 224.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Limerick to Portrush without a car is to train which takes 8h 1m and costs £45 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 8h 1m to get from Limerick to Portrush, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Portrush bus from?

Limerick to Portrush bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Limerick Arthur's Quay station.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Portrush train from?

Limerick to Portrush train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Limerick Junction station.

Train or bus from Limerick to Portrush?

The best way to get from Limerick to Portrush is to train which takes 8h 1m and costs £45 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin Airport (DUB), which costs and takes 8h 20m.

Where does the Limerick to Portrush bus arrive?

Limerick to Portrush bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 station.

Where does the Limerick to Portrush train arrive?

Limerick to Portrush train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Limerick to Portrush?

Yes, the driving distance between Limerick to Portrush is 224 miles. It takes approximately 4h 52m to drive from Limerick to Portrush.

Where can I stay near Portrush?

There are 694+ hotels available in Portrush.

Limerick to Portrush - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Limerick to Dublin HeustonIc
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Great Victoria Street
3. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Coleraine
8h 1m
£45–66
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2712
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Europa Bus Centre
3. Take the bus from Bridge Street 2 to Coleraine Buscentre218
8h 20m
Drive 222.8 mi
1. Drive from Limerick to Portrush222.8 mi
4h 52m
£56–80
Train via Tipperary
1. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Dublin HeustonIc / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Great Victoria Street
3. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Coleraine
9h 4m
£51–76
Bus
1. Take the bus from Limerick Bus Station to Galway, Bus Station51
2. Take the bus from Galway, Bus Station to Derry Londonderry Foyle Buscentre64
3. Take the bus from Derry Londonderry Bus Station to Coleraine Buscentre234
11h 27m

Limerick to Portrush by train, tram, and bus

30Weekly Services

8h 1mAverage Duration

£45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 308.9 mi
Duration: 8h 1m

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

You can take a train from Limerick to Dunluce Avenue via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, Dublin Connolly, Great Victoria Street, Coleraine, and Coleraine Buscentre in around 8h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Dunluce Avenue via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2, Europa Bus Centre, Bridge Street 2, and Coleraine Buscentre in around 8h 20m.

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