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

The cheapest way to get from Portrush to Ireland is to train which costs €35 - €55 and takes 5h 18m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Portrush and Ireland?

No, there is no direct bus from Portrush to Ireland. However, there are services departing from Dunluce Avenue and arriving at Burlington Road via Coleraine Buscentre, Europa Bus Centre and Dublin, O'Connell Street Upper (The Gresham Hotel). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Portrush and Ireland?

No, there is no direct train from Portrush to Ireland. However, there are services departing from Portrush and arriving at Dublin Pearse via Coleraine, Belfast Great Central and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Portrush to Ireland?

The distance between Portrush and Ireland is 289 km. The road distance is 236.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Portrush to Ireland without a car is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs €35 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Portrush to Ireland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portrush to Ireland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portrush to Ireland train from?

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

Train or bus from Portrush to Ireland?

The best way to get from Portrush to Ireland is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs €35 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus via Belfast, which costs and takes 6h 38m.

Where does the Portrush to Ireland bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portrush to Ireland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portrush to Ireland?

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

Where can I stay near Ireland?

There are 1079+ hotels available in Ireland.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Portrush to Ireland 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 18m
€35–53
Bus via Belfast
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 38m
Drive 236.4 km
1. Drive from Portrush to Dublincar 236.4 km
2h 59m
€41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dunluce Avenue to Monaghan Bus Stationbus 278
2. Take the bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19bus 32
7h 2m

Portrush to Ireland by train

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5h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 288.9 km
Duration: 5h 18m

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

You can take a train from Portrush to Dublin Pearse via Coleraine, Belfast Great Central, and Dublin Connolly in around 5h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunluce Avenue to Burlington Road via Coleraine Buscentre, High Street, Europa Bus Centre, and Dublin, O'Connell Street Upper (The Gresham Hotel) in around 6h 38m.

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