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

The cheapest way to get from Portrush to Limerick is to train and bus which costs €45 - €70 and takes 8h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portrush to Limerick is to drive which takes 4h 51m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Portrush and Limerick?

No, there is no direct bus from Portrush to Limerick. However, there are services departing from Dunluce Avenue and arriving at Limerick Arthur's Quay via Coleraine Buscentre, Europa Bus Centre and Burgh Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Portrush and Limerick?

No, there is no direct train from Portrush to Limerick. However, there are services departing from Portrush and arriving at Limerick via Coleraine, Belfast Great Central, Dublin Connolly, Hazelhatch and Newbridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 55m.

How far is it from Portrush to Limerick?

The distance between Portrush and Limerick is 486 km. The road distance is 360.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Portrush to Limerick without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 30m and costs €45 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 8h 30m to get from Portrush to Limerick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portrush to Limerick bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portrush to Limerick train from?

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

Train or bus from Portrush to Limerick?

The best way to get from Portrush to Limerick is to bus via Dublin which takes 9h 24m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €50 - €85 and takes 9h 55m.

Where does the Portrush to Limerick bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portrush to Limerick train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portrush to Limerick?

Yes, the driving distance between Portrush to Limerick is 360 km. It takes approximately 4h 51m to drive from Portrush to Limerick.

Where can I stay near Limerick?

There are 135+ hotels available in Limerick.

Portrush to Limerick - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Belfast Great Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain
3. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Limerick Arthur's Quaybus 300
8h 30m
€48–67
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to High Streetbus 218
2. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotelbus
3. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Limerick Arthur's Quaybus 300
9h 24m
Drive 360.4 km
1. Drive from Portrush to Limerickcar 360.4 km
4h 51m
€62–89
Train
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 Newbridge to Limericktrain Re
9h 55m
€54–81
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Foyle Street Bus Stationbus 234
2. Take the bus from Ulsterbus Depot to ATU Galwaybus 64
3. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Limerick Colbert Stationbus 51
11h 37m

Portrush to Limerick by bus and train

120Weekly Services

8h 30mAverage Duration

€48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 485.8 km
Duration: 8h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Dunluce Avenue to Limerick Arthur's Quay via Coleraine Buscentre, High Street, Europa Bus Centre, The Gresham Hotel, and Burgh Quay in around 9h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Portrush to Limerick via Coleraine, Belfast Great Central, Dublin Connolly, Hazelhatch, and Newbridge in around 9h 55m.

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