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

The cheapest way to get from Portrush to Larne is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 58 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Portrush to Larne is to drive which takes 58 min and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Portrush and Larne?

No, there is no direct bus from Portrush to Larne. However, there are services departing from Dunluce Avenue and arriving at Circular Road via Coleraine Buscentre and Ulster University Belfast. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Portrush and Larne?

No, there is no direct train from Portrush to Larne. However, there are services departing from Portrush and arriving at Larne Town via Coleraine and Yorkgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Portrush to Larne?

The distance between Portrush and Larne is 57 miles. The road distance is 50.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portrush to Larne without a car is to train and line 130 bus which takes 3h 23m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Portrush to Larne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portrush to Larne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portrush to Larne train from?

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

Train or bus from Portrush to Larne?

The best way to get from Portrush to Larne is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £23 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus and line 256 bus, which costs and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Portrush to Larne bus arrive?

Portrush to Larne bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Ulster University Belfast station.

Where does the Portrush to Larne train arrive?

Portrush to Larne train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Yorkgate station.

Can I drive from Portrush to Larne?

Yes, the driving distance between Portrush to Larne is 51 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Portrush to Larne.

Where can I stay near Larne?

There are 225+ hotels available in Larne.

Portrush to Larne - 5 ways to travel via train, line 130 bus, car, taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Portrush to Larne by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 130 bus
best
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Ballymenatrain Rail
2. Take the bus from Ballymena Buscentre to Circular Roadbus 130
3h 23m
Drive 50.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portrush to Larnecar 50.4 mi
58 min
£13–18
Train
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Yorkgatetrain Rail
2. Take the train from Yorkgate to Larne Towntrain Rail
3h 39m
£24–35
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Portrush to Larnetaxi 50.4 mi
58 min
£100–130
Bus, line 256 bus
1. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Ulster University Belfastbus 218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ulster University Belfast to Circular Roadbus 256 / ...
4h 25m

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Map of how to get from Portrush to Larne.

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Distance: 56.6 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

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

You can take a train from Portrush to Larne Town via Coleraine and Yorkgate in around 3h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunluce Avenue to Circular Road via Coleraine Buscentre and Ulster University Belfast in around 4h 25m.

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