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

The cheapest way to get from Portrush to Dublin is to train which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portrush to Dublin is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Portrush and Dublin?

No, there is no direct bus from Portrush to Dublin. However, there are services departing from Dunluce Avenue and arriving at The Gresham Hotel via Coleraine Buscentre and Europa Bus Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Portrush and Dublin?

No, there is no direct train from Portrush to Dublin. However, there are services departing from Portrush and arriving at Dublin Connolly via Coleraine and Belfast Great Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Portrush to Dublin?

The distance between Portrush and Dublin is 288 km. The road distance is 236.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Portrush to Dublin without a car is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs €30 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Portrush to Dublin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portrush to Dublin bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portrush to Dublin train from?

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

Train or bus from Portrush to Dublin?

The best way to get from Portrush to Dublin is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs €30 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 11m.

Where does the Portrush to Dublin bus arrive?

Portrush to Dublin bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at High Street station.

Where does the Portrush to Dublin train arrive?

Portrush to Dublin train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast Great Central station.

Can I drive from Portrush to Dublin?

Yes, the driving distance between Portrush to Dublin is 236 km. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Portrush to Dublin.

Where can I stay near Dublin?

There are 1080+ hotels available in Dublin.

Portrush to Dublin - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Portrush to Dublin by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Belfast Great Centraltrain Rail
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain Rail
5h 8m
€34–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to High Streetbus 218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotelbus 705x
6h 11m
Drive 236.4 km
1. Drive from Portrush to Dublincar 236.4 km
2h 59m
€41–60

Portrush to Dublin by train

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5h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 287.7 km
Duration: 5h 8m

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

You can take a train from Portrush to Dublin Connolly via Coleraine and Belfast Great Central in around 5h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunluce Avenue to The Gresham Hotel via Coleraine Buscentre, High Street, and Europa Bus Centre in around 6h 11m.

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