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

The cheapest way to get from Portrush to Dundalk is to drive which costs €26 - €40 and takes 2h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portrush to Dundalk is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Portrush and Dundalk?

No, there is no direct bus from Portrush to Dundalk. However, there are services departing from Dunluce Avenue and arriving at Dundalk via Coleraine Buscentre, Queens Square and Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Portrush and Dundalk?

No, there is no direct train from Portrush to Dundalk. However, there are services departing from Portrush and arriving at Dundalk via Coleraine and Belfast Great Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Portrush to Dundalk?

The distance between Portrush and Dundalk is 201 km. The road distance is 152.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Portrush to Dundalk without a car is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs €28 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Portrush to Dundalk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portrush to Dundalk bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portrush to Dundalk train from?

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

Train or bus from Portrush to Dundalk?

The best way to get from Portrush to Dundalk is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs €28 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Portrush to Dundalk bus arrive?

Portrush to Dundalk bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Laganside Bus Station.

Where does the Portrush to Dundalk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portrush to Dundalk?

Yes, the driving distance between Portrush to Dundalk is 152 km. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Portrush to Dundalk.

Where can I stay near Dundalk?

There are 247+ hotels available in Dundalk.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Portrush to Dundalk 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 Dundalktrain Rail
4h 7m
€28–41
Drive 152.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Portrush to Dundalkcar 152.1 km
2h 8m
€27–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Laganside Bus Stationbus 218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Belfast Grand Central to Dundalkbus 105 / ...
5h 40m

Portrush to Dundalk by train

120Weekly Trains

4h 7mAverage Duration

€28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 201.2 km
Duration: 4h 7m

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

You can take a train from Portrush to Dundalk via Coleraine and Belfast Great Central in around 4h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunluce Avenue to Dundalk via Coleraine Buscentre, Laganside Bus Station, Queens Square, Grand Central Station Stand 10, and Belfast Grand Central in around 5h 40m.

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