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

The cheapest way to get from Portrush to Clifden is to drive which costs €60 - €90 and takes 4h 44m.

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 44m 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 and Galway Coach Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 13m.

How far is it from Portrush to Clifden?

The distance between Portrush and Clifden is 436 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 bus which takes 11h 13m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 11h 13m 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 Foyle Street Bus Station.

Can I drive from Portrush to Clifden?

Yes, the driving distance between Portrush to Clifden is 349 km. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Portrush to Clifden.

Where can I stay near Clifden?

There are 382+ 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 bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Foyle Street Bus Stationbus 234
2. Take the bus from Ulsterbus Depot to Galway Ceanntbus 64
3. Take the bus from Galway Coach Stn to Clifdenbus 923
11h 13m
Drive 349.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Portrush to Clifdencar 349.2 km
4h 44m
€62–89
Train, bus via Dublin
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Belfast Great Centraltrain
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station to Burgh Quaybus 785
3. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Galwaytrain Re
4. Take the bus from Galway Coach Stn to Clifdenbus 923
11h 56m
€69–222
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Derry-Londonderrytrain
2. Take the bus from Letterkenny Bus to Eyre Squarebus 964
3. Take the bus from Galway Coach Stn to Clifdenbus 923
11h 23m
Train, bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Belfast Great Centraltrain
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 11 to Dublin Airport T2bus X1 / ...
3. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Galwaytrain Re
4. Take the bus from Galway Coach Stn to Clifdenbus 923
11h 42m
€67–213

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Portrush to Clifden.

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Distance: 435.7 km
Duration: 11h 13m

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, Galway Ceannt, and Galway Coach Stn in around 11h 13m.

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