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

The cheapest way to get from Portrush to Galway is to train which costs €50 - €80 and takes 8h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portrush to Galway is to drive which takes 4h 30m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Portrush and Galway?

No, there is no direct bus from Portrush to Galway. However, there are services departing from Dunluce Avenue and arriving at Galway Cathedral via Monaghan Bus Station and Monaghan Shopping Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Portrush and Galway?

No, there is no direct train from Portrush to Galway. However, there are services departing from Portrush and arriving at Galway via Coleraine, Belfast Great Central, Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 53m.

How far is it from Portrush to Galway?

The distance between Portrush and Galway is 361 km. The road distance is 311.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Portrush to Galway without a car is to bus via Monaghan which takes 8h 13m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 13m to get from Portrush to Galway, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portrush to Galway bus from?

Portrush to Galway bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Dunluce Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Portrush to Galway train from?

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

Train or bus from Portrush to Galway?

The best way to get from Portrush to Galway is to bus via Monaghan which takes 8h 13m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €50 - €80 and takes 8h 53m.

Where does the Portrush to Galway bus arrive?

Portrush to Galway bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Monaghan Bus Station.

Where does the Portrush to Galway train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portrush to Galway?

Yes, the driving distance between Portrush to Galway is 312 km. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Portrush to Galway.

Where can I stay near Galway?

There are 279+ hotels available in Galway.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Portrush to Galway 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 via Monaghan
best
1. Take the bus from Dunluce Avenue to Monaghan Bus Stationbus 278
2. Take the bus from Monaghan Shopping Centre to Galway Cathedralbus Gm13
8h 13m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Belfast Great Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain
3. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Galwaytrain Re
8h 53m
€53–77
Drive 311.5 km
1. Drive from Portrush to Galwaycar 311.5 km
4h 30m
€55–79
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Foyle Street Bus Stationbus 234 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ulsterbus Depot to Galway Ceannt Stationbus 64
8h 43m

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Map of how to get from Portrush to Galway.

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Distance: 360.8 km
Duration: 8h 13m

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

You can take a bus from Dunluce Avenue to Galway Cathedral via Monaghan Bus Station, Old Cross Square, and Monaghan Shopping Centre in around 8h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Portrush to Galway via Coleraine, Belfast Great Central, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 8h 53m.

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