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

The cheapest way to get from Portrush to Castlerock is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Portrush to Castlerock is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £28 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Portrush and Castlerock?

No, there is no direct train from Portrush to Castlerock. However, there are services departing from Portrush and arriving at Castlerock via Coleraine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 48 min.

How far is it from Portrush to Castlerock?

The distance between Portrush and Castlerock is 11 miles. The road distance is 12.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portrush to Castlerock without a car is to train which takes 48 min and costs £10 - £16.

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

It takes approximately 48 min to get from Portrush to Castlerock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portrush to Castlerock train from?

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

Where does the Portrush to Castlerock train arrive?

Portrush to Castlerock train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Coleraine station.

Can I drive from Portrush to Castlerock?

Yes, the driving distance between Portrush to Castlerock is 12 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Portrush to Castlerock.

Where can I stay near Castlerock?

There are 706+ hotels available in Castlerock.

Portrush to Castlerock - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Portrush to Castlerock by train, bus, taxi, 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 Coleraine1 Ph->Ce / ...
2. Take the train from Coleraine to Castlerock1 Gc->Ly / ...
48 min
£11–16
Drive 12.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portrush to Castlerock12.2 mi
20 min
£4–5
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dunluce Avenue to Coleraine Buscentre140b / ...
2. Take the train from Coleraine to Castlerock1 Gc->Ly / ...
1h 4m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Portrush to Castlerock12.2 mi
20 min
£28–35

Portrush to Castlerock by train

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48 minAverage Duration

£11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 11.4 mi
Duration: 48 min

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

You can take a train from Portrush to Castlerock via Coleraine in around 48 min.

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