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

The cheapest way to get from Portrush to Skerries is to train which costs €28 - €45 and takes 4h 48m.

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 47m 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 Newry and Drogheda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Portrush to Skerries?

The distance between Portrush and Skerries is 259 km. The road distance is 212.7 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 48m and costs €28 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m 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 Portrush station.

Where does the Portrush to Skerries train arrive?

Portrush to Skerries train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Newry station.

Can I drive from Portrush to Skerries?

Yes, the driving distance between Portrush to Skerries is 213 km. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Portrush to Skerries.

Where can I stay near Skerries?

There are 130+ hotels available in Skerries.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Portrush to Skerries by train 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
best
1. Take the train from Portrush to Newry0
2. Take the train from Newry to Drogheda Macbride1 Gc->Dn / ...
4h 48m
€29–41
Drive 212.7 km
1. Drive from Portrush to Skerries212.7 km
2h 47m
€37–54
Train via Belfast
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Belfast Great Central2 Ly->Gc / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Drogheda Macbride1 Gc->Dn / ...
4h 53m
€33–50

Portrush to Skerries by train

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4h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 258.9 km
Duration: 4h 48m

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

You can take a train from Portrush to Skerries via Newry and Drogheda in around 4h 48m.

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