What is the cheapest way to get from Portpatrick to Carrickmacross?

The cheapest way to get from Portpatrick to Carrickmacross is to car ferry and drive which costs €55 - €220 and takes 3h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portpatrick to Carrickmacross?

The fastest way to get from Portpatrick to Carrickmacross is to car ferry and drive which takes 3h 58m and costs €55 - €220.

Is there a direct bus between Portpatrick and Carrickmacross?

No, there is no direct bus from Portpatrick to Carrickmacross. However, there are services departing from South Crescent and arriving at Carrickmacross South Bypass via Port Rodie Ferry Terminal, Cairnryan Stena Terminal, Grand Central Bus Stand 15 and Ballygawley Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 31m.

How far is it from Portpatrick to Carrickmacross?

The distance between Portpatrick and Carrickmacross is 204 km.

How do I travel from Portpatrick to Carrickmacross without a car?

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Carrickmacross without a car is to ferry and train which takes 7h 46m and costs €85 - €330.

How long does it take to get from Portpatrick to Carrickmacross?

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Portpatrick to Carrickmacross, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portpatrick to Carrickmacross bus from?

Portpatrick to Carrickmacross bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Cairnryan Stena Terminal station.

Where does the Portpatrick to Carrickmacross bus arrive?

Portpatrick to Carrickmacross bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast, Europa Buscentre station.

Where can I stay near Carrickmacross?

There are 91+ hotels available in Carrickmacross.

Portpatrick to Carrickmacross - 5 ways to travel via train, car ferry, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Portpatrick to Carrickmacross by car ferry, car, ferry, train, busferry, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Car ferry, drive
best
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast
2. Drive from Belfast to Carrickmacross
3h 58m
€57–213
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Cairnryan to Larne
2. Take the train from Larne Harbour to Great Victoria Street
3. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Dundalk
7h 46m
€88–328
Bus and ferry, train
1. Take the busferry from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentre923
2. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Dundalk1 Gc->Dn
8h 57m
Bus and ferry, train via Belfast
1. Take the busferry from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentre923
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to DundalkIc / ...
9h 5m
Bus and ferry, bus
1. Take the busferry from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentre923
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 15 to Ballygawley Park and Ride261 / ...
3. Take the bus from Ballygawley Park and Ride to Carrickmacross South Bypass32
9h 31m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 203.6 km
Duration: 3h 58m

What companies run services between Portpatrick, Scotland and Carrickmacross, Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Portpatrick to Carrickmacross. However, you can drive to Cairnryan, take the car ferry to Belfast, then drive to Carrickmacross. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Portpatrick to Carrickmacross via Cairnryan, Larne, Larne Harbour, Great Victoria Street, Dundalk, and Dundalk Station in around 7h 46m.

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