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

The cheapest way to get from Portrush to Skerries is to train and bus which costs €35 - €170 and takes 6h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portrush to Skerries is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct train between Portrush and Skerries?

No, there is no direct train from Portrush to Skerries. However, there are services departing from Portrush and arriving at Skerries via Coleraine, Belfast Grand Central and Drogheda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Portrush to Skerries?

The distance between Portrush and Skerries is 259 km. The road distance is 212.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Portrush to Skerries without a car is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs €35 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Portrush to Skerries, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portrush to Skerries train from?

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

Where does the Portrush to Skerries train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portrush to Skerries?

Yes, the driving distance between Portrush to Skerries is 213 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Portrush to Skerries.

Where can I stay near Skerries?

There are 153+ hotels available in Skerries.

Portrush to Skerries - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Portrush to Skerries by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Droghedatrain Ic
4h 35m
€39–56
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station to Terminal 1 Zone 1bus 785
6h 53m
€37–162
Drive 212.6 km
1. Drive from Portrush to Skerriescar 212.6 km
2h 48m
€38–54

Portrush to Skerries by train

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4h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 259 km
Duration: 4h 35m

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

You can take a train from Portrush to Skerries via Coleraine, Belfast Grand Central, and Drogheda in around 4h 35m.

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