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

The cheapest way to get from Portrush to Portmarnock is to train which costs €35 - €50 and takes 6h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portrush to Portmarnock is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Portrush and Portmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Portrush to Portmarnock. However, there are services departing from Dunluce Avenue and arriving at Portmarnock Village via Coleraine Buscentre, Grand Central Station Durham Street and Dublin Airport Zone 15. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Portrush and Portmarnock?

No, there is no direct train from Portrush to Portmarnock. However, there are services departing from Portrush and arriving at Portmarnock via Coleraine, Great Victoria Street and Drogheda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

How far is it from Portrush to Portmarnock?

The distance between Portrush and Portmarnock is 277 km. The road distance is 228.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Portrush to Portmarnock without a car is to train via Drogheda which takes 6h 27m and costs €35 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 6h 27m to get from Portrush to Portmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portrush to Portmarnock bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portrush to Portmarnock train from?

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

Train or bus from Portrush to Portmarnock?

The best way to get from Portrush to Portmarnock is to train via Drogheda which takes 6h 27m and costs €35 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus via Belfast, which costs and takes 6h 34m.

Where does the Portrush to Portmarnock bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portrush to Portmarnock train arrive?

Portrush to Portmarnock train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Great Victoria Street station.

Can I drive from Portrush to Portmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Portrush to Portmarnock is 229 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Portrush to Portmarnock.

Where can I stay near Portmarnock?

There are 1021+ hotels available in Portmarnock.

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

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

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Train via Drogheda
best
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Great Victoria Street
2. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Drogheda
3. Take the train from Drogheda to Portmarnock121 / ...
6h 27m
€38–57
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Belfast Grand Central0
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
6h 45m
€35–50
Bus via Belfast
1. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to High Street218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Durham Street to Dublin Airport Zone 14785
6h 34m
Drive 228.6 km
1. Drive from Portrush to Portmarnock228.6 km
2h 56m
€41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dunluce Avenue to Omagh Depot231
2. Take the bus from Omagh Bus Station to Dublin Airport32
7h 9m

Portrush to Portmarnock by train

93Weekly Trains

6h 27mAverage Duration

€38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 277.1 km
Duration: 6h 27m

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

You can take a train from Portrush to Portmarnock via Coleraine, Great Victoria Street, and Drogheda in around 6h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunluce Avenue to Portmarnock Village via Coleraine Buscentre, High Street, Grand Central Station Durham Street, Dublin Airport Zone 14, and Dublin Airport Zone 15 in around 6h 34m.

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