What is the cheapest way to get from Portrush to Rosslare Strand?

The cheapest way to get from Portrush to Rosslare Strand is to train and bus which costs €45 - €70 and takes 10h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portrush to Rosslare Strand?

The fastest way to get from Portrush to Rosslare Strand is to drive which takes 4h 36m and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct bus between Portrush and Rosslare Strand?

No, there is no direct bus from Portrush to Rosslare Strand. However, there are services departing from Dunluce Avenue and arriving at Rosslare Strand via Coleraine Buscentre, Grand Central Station Durham Street, Dublin Airport Zone 14 and Wexford O'Hanrahan Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Portrush and Rosslare Strand?

No, there is no direct train from Portrush to Rosslare Strand. However, there are services departing from Portrush and arriving at Rosslare Strand via Coleraine, Belfast Grand Central and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 16m.

How far is it from Portrush to Rosslare Strand?

The distance between Portrush and Rosslare Strand is 449 km. The road distance is 383.5 km.

How do I travel from Portrush to Rosslare Strand without a car?

The best way to get from Portrush to Rosslare Strand without a car is to train which takes 9h 16m and costs €50 - €80.

How long does it take to get from Portrush to Rosslare Strand?

It takes approximately 9h 16m to get from Portrush to Rosslare Strand, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portrush to Rosslare Strand bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portrush to Rosslare Strand train from?

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

Train or bus from Portrush to Rosslare Strand?

The best way to get from Portrush to Rosslare Strand is to train which takes 9h 16m and costs €50 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 48m.

Where does the Portrush to Rosslare Strand bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portrush to Rosslare Strand train arrive?

Portrush to Rosslare Strand train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.

Can I drive from Portrush to Rosslare Strand?

Yes, the driving distance between Portrush to Rosslare Strand is 383 km. It takes approximately 4h 36m to drive from Portrush to Rosslare Strand.

Where can I stay near Rosslare Strand?

There are 195+ hotels available in Rosslare Strand.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Portrush to Rosslare Strand by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Belfast Grand Central0
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
3. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Rosslare StrandIc / ...
9h 16m
€52–76
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Great Victoria Street
2. Take the bus from Glengall Street to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 21785
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport to Wexford O'Hanrahan Station2
10h 14m
€50–66
Bus
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
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 14 to Wexford O'Hanrahan Station740
9h 48m
Drive 383.5 km
1. Drive from Portrush to Rosslare Strand383.5 km
4h 36m
€68–98

Portrush to Rosslare Strand by train

28Weekly Trains

9h 16mAverage Duration

€52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 448.7 km
Duration: 9h 16m

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

You can take a train from Portrush to Rosslare Strand via Coleraine, Belfast Grand Central, and Dublin Connolly in around 9h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunluce Avenue to Rosslare Strand via Coleraine Buscentre, High Street, Grand Central Station Durham Street, Dublin Airport Zone 14, and Wexford O'Hanrahan Station in around 9h 48m.

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