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

The cheapest way to get from Portrush to Belfast Port is to train via Belfast Grand Central which costs £11 - £17 and takes 4h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portrush to Belfast Port is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs £13 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Portrush and Belfast Port?

No, there is no direct bus from Portrush to Belfast Port. However, there are services departing from Dunluce Avenue and arriving at West Bank Close via Coleraine Buscentre and Nelson Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Portrush to Belfast Port?

The distance between Portrush and Belfast Port is 68 miles. The road distance is 55.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portrush to Belfast Port without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £16 - £24.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Portrush to Belfast Port, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portrush to Belfast Port bus from?

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

Train or bus from Portrush to Belfast Port?

The best way to get from Portrush to Belfast Port is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £16 - £24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 5m.

Where does the Portrush to Belfast Port bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portrush to Belfast Port?

Yes, the driving distance between Portrush to Belfast Port is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Portrush to Belfast Port.

Where can I stay near Belfast Port?

There are 1274+ hotels available in Belfast Port.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Yorkgate2 Ly->Gc / ...
2h 59m
£17–24
Train via Belfast Grand Central
cheapest
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Belfast Grand Central0
4h 3m
£11–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dunluce Avenue to Coleraine Buscentre140b / ...
2. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Nelson Street Bus Lane218 / ...
4h 5m
Drive 55.4 mi
1. Drive from Portrush to Belfast Port55.4 mi
1h 5m
£14–21

Portrush to Belfast Port by train and bus

56Weekly Services

2h 59mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 67.2 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

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

Translink operates a train from Coleraine to Yorkgate hourly. Tickets cost £11–16 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunluce Avenue to West Bank Close via Coleraine Buscentre, Nelson Street Bus Lane, and Nelson Street in around 4h 5m.

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