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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Portrush is to car ferry and drive which costs £35 - £250 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Portrush is to car ferry and drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £35 - £250.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Portrush?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Portrush. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal and arriving at Dunluce Avenue via Cairnryan Stena Terminal, Bridge Street and Coleraine Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 52m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Portrush?

The distance between Stranraer and Portrush is 96 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Portrush without a car is to car ferry and train which takes 6h 46m and costs £60 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Stranraer to Portrush, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Portrush bus from?

Stranraer to Portrush bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Cairnryan Stena Terminal station.

Where does the Stranraer to Portrush bus arrive?

Stranraer to Portrush bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast, Europa Buscentre station.

Where can I stay near Portrush?

There are 736+ hotels available in Portrush.

Stranraer to Portrush - 4 ways to travel via train, car ferry, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Stranraer to Portrush by car ferry, car, train, busferry, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Car ferry, drive
best
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Larnecarferry
2. Drive from Larne to Portrushcar
3h 12m
£38–241
Car ferry, train
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Larnecarferry
2. Take the train from Yorkgate to Colerainetrain Belfast Great Central - Derry-Londonderry / ...
6h 46m
£64–274
Bus and ferry, train
1. Take the busferry from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentrebusferry 923
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Colerainetrain Belfast Great Central - Derry-Londonderry / ...
7h 7m
Bus and ferry, bus
1. Take the busferry from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentrebusferry 923
2. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Coleraine Buscentrebus 218 / ...
7h 52m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Stranraer to Portrush.

Launch map view

Distance: 95.4 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

What companies run services between Stranraer, Scotland and Portrush, Northern Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Stranraer to Portrush. However, you can drive to Cairnryan, take the car ferry to Larne, then drive to Portrush. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Stranraer to Portrush via Cairnryan, Larne, Larne Harbour, Yorkgate, and Coleraine in around 6h 46m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Ferry operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.