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

The cheapest way to get from Portrush to Newtownards is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portrush to Newtownards is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Portrush and Newtownards?

No, there is no direct bus from Portrush to Newtownards station. However, there are services departing from Dunluce Avenue and arriving at Newtownards Bus Station via Coleraine Buscentre and Laganside Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Portrush to Newtownards?

The distance between Portrush and Newtownards is 76 miles. The road distance is 66.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portrush to Newtownards without a car is to train and line 505 bus which takes 3h and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Portrush to Newtownards, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portrush to Newtownards bus from?

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

Train or bus from Portrush to Newtownards?

The best way to get from Portrush to Newtownards is to bus and line 505 bus which takes 4h 6m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £22 - £35 and takes 3h 28m.

Where does the Portrush to Newtownards bus arrive?

Portrush to Newtownards bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Laganside Buscentre station.

Can I drive from Portrush to Newtownards?

Yes, the driving distance between Portrush to Newtownards is 66 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Portrush to Newtownards.

Where can I stay near Newtownards?

There are 1212+ hotels available in Newtownards.

Portrush to Newtownards - 5 ways to travel via train, line 505 bus, bus

There are 5 ways to get from Portrush to Newtownards by train, bus, 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.

Train, line 505 bus
best
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Lanyon Place2 Ly->Gc / ...
2. Take the bus from Lanyon Place [bus stop] to Newtownards Bus Station505 / ...
3h
Drive 65.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portrush to Newtownards65.7 mi
1h 22m
£17–24
Bus, line 505 bus
1. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Laganside Buscentre218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Laganside Buscentre to Newtownards Bus Station505 / ...
4h 6m
Train
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Lanyon Place2 Ly->Gc / ...
2. Take the train from Lanyon Place to Bangor1 Gc->Br / ...
3h 28m
£23–34
Train, line 505 bus via Belfast Grand Central
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Belfast Grand Central0
2. Take the bus from Lanyon Place [bus stop] to Newtownards Bus Station505 / ...
4h 1m

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Distance: 75.2 mi
Duration: 3h

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

You can take a bus from Dunluce Avenue to Newtownards Bus Station via Coleraine Buscentre and Laganside Buscentre in around 4h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Portrush to Frances Street via Coleraine, Lanyon Place, Bangor, and Bangor Buscentre in around 3h 28m.

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