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

The cheapest way to get from Portrush to Clifden is to train and bus which costs €45 - €80 and takes 10h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portrush to Clifden is to drive which takes 4h 43m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Portrush and Clifden?

No, there is no direct bus from Portrush to Clifden. However, there are services departing from Dunluce Avenue and arriving at Clifden via Coleraine Buscentre, Ulsterbus Depot, Letterkenny Bus Station and Galway Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 56m.

How far is it from Portrush to Clifden?

The distance between Portrush and Clifden is 579 km. The road distance is 349.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Portrush to Clifden without a car is to train and bus via Dublin which takes 10h 19m and costs €70 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 10h 19m to get from Portrush to Clifden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portrush to Clifden bus from?

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

Where does the Portrush to Clifden bus arrive?

Portrush to Clifden bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Derry Londonderry Bus Station.

Can I drive from Portrush to Clifden?

Yes, the driving distance between Portrush to Clifden is 349 km. It takes approximately 4h 43m to drive from Portrush to Clifden.

Where can I stay near Clifden?

There are 336+ hotels available in Clifden.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Portrush to Clifden 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, bus via Dublin
best
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Belfast Great Central0
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
3. Take the bus from Crampton Quay to Galway Coach Station761 / ...
4. Take the bus from Galway Coach Station to Clifden923
10h 19m
€70–103
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Derry-Londonderry0
2. Take the bus from Ulsterbus Depot to Galway Ceannt Station64
3. Take the bus from Galway Coach Station to Clifden923
10h 33m
€49–76
Train, bus via Celbridge
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Belfast Great Central0
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
3. Take the train from Hazelhatch to GalwayIc
4. Take the bus from Galway Coach Station to Clifden923
12h 1m
€67–102
Drive 349.2 km
1. Drive from Portrush to Clifden349.2 km
4h 43m
€61–88
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Derry Londonderry Bus Station234
2. Take the bus from Letterkenny Bus Station to Eyre Square964
3. Take the bus from Galway Coach Station to Clifden923
11h 56m

Portrush to Clifden by train, bus, and foot

77Weekly Services

10h 19mAverage Duration

€70Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Portrush to Clifden.

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Distance: 578.8 km
Duration: 10h 19m

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

You can take a bus from Dunluce Avenue to Clifden via Coleraine Buscentre, Ulsterbus Depot, Letterkenny Bus Station, Eyre Square, and Galway Coach Station in around 11h 56m.

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