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

The cheapest way to get from Newtownards to Portrush is to drive which costs £16 - £25 and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newtownards to Portrush is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Newtownards and Portrush?

No, there is no direct bus from Newtownards to Portrush. However, there are services departing from Gibson's Lane and arriving at Dunluce Avenue via Laganside Bus Station and Coleraine Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Newtownards to Portrush?

The distance between Newtownards and Portrush is 75 miles. The road distance is 67.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newtownards to Portrush without a car is to line 5 bus and train which takes 2h 46m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Newtownards to Portrush, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newtownards to Portrush bus from?

Newtownards to Portrush bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Gibson's Lane station.

Where does the Newtownards to Portrush bus arrive?

Newtownards to Portrush bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Laganside Bus Station.

Can I drive from Newtownards to Portrush?

Yes, the driving distance between Newtownards to Portrush is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Newtownards to Portrush.

Where can I stay near Portrush?

There are 700+ hotels available in Portrush.

Newtownards to Portrush - 4 ways to travel via train, line 5 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Newtownards to Portrush by bus, train, 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.

Line 5 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Gibson's Lane to Lanyon Place Station [glider]5 / ...
2. Take the train from Lanyon Place to Coleraine1 Gc->Ly / ...
2h 46m
Drive 66.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newtownards to Portrush66.9 mi
1h 22m
£17–25
Line 5 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Gibson's Lane to Laganside Bus Station5 / ...
2. Take the bus from Laganside Bus Station to Coleraine Buscentre218 / ...
3h 47m
Line 505 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Gibson's Lane to Donegall Square West505 / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Coleraine0
3h 31m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 74.9 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

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

You can take a bus from Gibson's Lane to Dunluce Avenue via Laganside Bus Station and Coleraine Buscentre in around 3h 47m.

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