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

The cheapest way to get from Portrush to Doolin is to train and bus which costs €45 - €75 and takes 10h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portrush to Doolin is to drive which takes 5h 3m and costs €65 - €95.

Is there a direct bus between Portrush and Doolin?

No, there is no direct bus from Portrush to Doolin. However, there are services departing from Dunluce Avenue and arriving at Doolin via Coleraine Buscentre, Ulsterbus Depot and Galway Ceannt Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 31m.

How far is it from Portrush to Doolin?

The distance between Portrush and Doolin is 427 km. The road distance is 373.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Portrush to Doolin without a car is to train and bus which takes 10h 41m and costs €45 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 10h 41m to get from Portrush to Doolin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portrush to Doolin bus from?

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

Where does the Portrush to Doolin bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portrush to Doolin?

Yes, the driving distance between Portrush to Doolin is 374 km. It takes approximately 5h 3m to drive from Portrush to Doolin.

Where can I stay near Doolin?

There are 342+ hotels available in Doolin.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Portrush to Doolin 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
best
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Derry-Londonderry0
2. Take the bus from Derry Londonderry Foyle Buscentre to Galway, Bus Station64
3. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt Station to Doolin350
10h 41m
€48–72
Train, bus via Dublin
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 Dublin Connolly to LimerickIc
4. Take the bus from Ennis Station to Doolin350
11h 38m
€67–99
Drive 373.5 km
1. Drive from Portrush to Doolin373.5 km
5h 3m
€66–95
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Derry Londonderry Bus Station234
2. Take the bus from Ulsterbus Depot to Galway Ceannt Station64
3. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt Station to Doolin350
11h 31m

Portrush to Doolin by train and bus

1Weekly Services

11h 38mAverage Duration

€67Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Portrush to Doolin.

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Distance: 426.7 km
Duration: 10h 41m

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

You can take a bus from Dunluce Avenue to Doolin via Coleraine Buscentre, Ulsterbus Depot, and Galway Ceannt Station in around 11h 31m.

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