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

The cheapest way to get from Portrush to Carrickfergus is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portrush to Carrickfergus is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Portrush and Carrickfergus?

No, there is no direct bus from Portrush to Carrickfergus. However, there are services departing from Dunluce Avenue and arriving at Joymount via Coleraine Buscentre and Ulster University Belfast. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Portrush and Carrickfergus?

No, there is no direct train from Portrush to Carrickfergus. However, there are services departing from Portrush and arriving at Carrickfergus via Coleraine and Yorkgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Portrush to Carrickfergus?

The distance between Portrush and Carrickfergus is 75 miles. The road distance is 53.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portrush to Carrickfergus without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £22 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Portrush to Carrickfergus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portrush to Carrickfergus bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portrush to Carrickfergus train from?

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

Train or bus from Portrush to Carrickfergus?

The best way to get from Portrush to Carrickfergus is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £22 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h.

Where does the Portrush to Carrickfergus bus arrive?

Portrush to Carrickfergus bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Ulster University Belfast station.

Where does the Portrush to Carrickfergus train arrive?

Portrush to Carrickfergus train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Yorkgate station.

Can I drive from Portrush to Carrickfergus?

Yes, the driving distance between Portrush to Carrickfergus is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Portrush to Carrickfergus.

Where can I stay near Carrickfergus?

There are 1190+ hotels available in Carrickfergus.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Portrush to Carrickfergus by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Coleraine to Yorkgate2 Ly->Gc / ...
2h 25m
£23–33
Drive 53.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portrush to Carrickfergus53.5 mi
1h 7m
£14–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Ulster University Belfast218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ulster University Belfast to Joymount563e / ...
4h
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Portrush to Carrickfergus53.5 mi
1h 7m
£110–140
Train, line 0 train
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Belfast Grand Central0
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Carrickfergus0
3h 38m
£18–25

Portrush to Carrickfergus by train

134Weekly Trains

2h 25mAverage Duration

£23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 74.2 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

What companies run services between Portrush, Northern Ireland and Carrickfergus, 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 Joymount via Coleraine Buscentre and Ulster University Belfast in around 4h.

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