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 £40 - £70 and takes 7h 33m.

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 Arthurs Qy and arriving at Dunluce Avenue via Terminal 1 Zone 2, Bridge Street and Coleraine Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 37m.

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 Coleraine via Heuston, Dublin Connolly and Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 33m.

How far is it from Limerick to Portrush?

The distance between Limerick and Portrush is 314 miles. The road distance is 224 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 7h 33m and costs £40 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 7h 33m 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 Arthurs Qy 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 station.

Train or bus from Limerick to Portrush?

The best way to get from Limerick to Portrush is to train which takes 7h 33m and costs £40 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin Airport (DUB), which costs and takes 8h 37m.

Where does the Limerick to Portrush bus arrive?

Limerick to Portrush bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at 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 721+ hotels available in Portrush.

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

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

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1. Take the train from Limerick to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic
3. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Colerainetrain Re
7h 33m
£45–66
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Terminal 1 Zone 2bus 712 / ...
2. Take the bus from Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Belfast Glengallbus
3. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Coleraine Buscentrebus 218
8h 37m
Drive 222.7 mi
1. Drive from Limerick to Portrushcar 222.7 mi
4h 52m
£56–80
Bus
1. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Galway Ceanntbus 51
2. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt to Derry Bus Stationbus 64
3. Take the bus from Foyle Street Bus Station to Coleraine Buscentrebus 234
11h 51m

Limerick to Portrush by train, tram, and bus

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7h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 312.3 mi
Duration: 7h 33m

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, Belfast Grand Central, Coleraine, and Coleraine Buscentre in around 7h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Dunluce Avenue via Terminal 1 Zone 2, Belfast Glengall, Bridge Street, and Coleraine Buscentre in around 8h 37m.

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