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

The cheapest way to get from Portrush to Ballyclare is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 51 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Portrush to Ballyclare is to drive which takes 51 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Portrush and Ballyclare?

No, there is no direct bus from Portrush to Ballyclare. However, there are services departing from Dunluce Avenue and arriving at Ballyclare Town Hall via Coleraine Buscentre and Antrim Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Portrush to Ballyclare?

The distance between Portrush and Ballyclare is 56 miles. The road distance is 44.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portrush to Ballyclare without a car is to train and line 154 bus which takes 3h 5m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Portrush to Ballyclare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portrush to Ballyclare bus from?

Portrush to Ballyclare bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Coleraine Buscentre station.

Where does the Portrush to Ballyclare bus arrive?

Portrush to Ballyclare bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Antrim Buscentre station.

Can I drive from Portrush to Ballyclare?

Yes, the driving distance between Portrush to Ballyclare is 44 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Portrush to Ballyclare.

Where can I stay near Ballyclare?

There are 1202+ hotels available in Ballyclare.

Portrush to Ballyclare - 4 ways to travel via train, line 154 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 154 bus
best
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Antrimtrain Rail
2. Take the bus from Antrim Buscentre to Ballyclare Town Hallbus 154 / ...
3h 5m
Drive 43.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portrush to Ballyclarecar 43.9 mi
51 min
£11–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Antrim Buscentrebus 218
3h 48m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Portrush to Ballyclaretaxi 43.9 mi
51 min
£90–110

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 55.9 mi
Duration: 3h 5m

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

Translink operates a bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Antrim Buscentre every 2 hours, and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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