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

The cheapest way to get from Portrush to Belfast is to train which costs £12 - £17 and takes 1h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portrush to Belfast is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Portrush and Belfast?

No, there is no direct bus from Portrush to Belfast. However, there are services departing from Dunluce Avenue and arriving at High Street via Coleraine Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Portrush and Belfast?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Portrush and arriving at Lanyon Place. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Portrush to Belfast?

The distance between Portrush and Belfast is 66 miles. The road distance is 57.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portrush to Belfast without a car is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs £12 - £17.

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

The train from Portrush to Lanyon Place takes 1h 35m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Portrush to Belfast bus from?

Portrush to Belfast bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Dunluce Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Portrush to Belfast train from?

Portrush to Belfast train services, operated by Translink, depart from Portrush station.

Train or bus from Portrush to Belfast?

The best way to get from Portrush to Belfast is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs £12 - £17. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 59m.

Where does the Portrush to Belfast bus arrive?

Portrush to Belfast bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Coleraine Buscentre station.

Where does the Portrush to Belfast train arrive?

Portrush to Belfast train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Lanyon Place station.

Can I drive from Portrush to Belfast?

Yes, the driving distance between Portrush to Belfast is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Portrush to Belfast.

Where can I stay near Belfast?

There are 1265+ hotels available in Belfast.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Portrush to Belfast by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Portrush to Lanyon Place1 Ph->Gc / ...
1h 35m
£12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dunluce Avenue to Coleraine Buscentre140b / ...
2. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to High Street218 / ...
2h 59m
Drive 56.9 mi
1. Drive from Portrush to Belfast56.9 mi
1h 7m
£15–21
Train via Coleraine
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Lanyon Place2 Ly->Gc / ...
1h 56m
£17–25
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Metropole to Coleraine Buscentre140a / ...
2. Take the train from Coleraine to Belfast Grand Central0
2h 40m

Portrush to Belfast by train

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1h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 65.7 mi
Duration: 1h 35m

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

Translink operates a train from Portrush to Lanyon Place 4 times a day. Tickets cost £12–17 and the journey takes 1h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunluce Avenue to High Street via Coleraine Buscentre in around 2h 59m.

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