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

The cheapest way to get from Swords to Portrush is to train which costs £26 - £40 and takes 6h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swords to Portrush is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Swords and Portrush?

No, there is no direct bus from Swords to Portrush. However, there are services departing from Swords Castle and arriving at Dunluce Avenue via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2, Bridge Street and Coleraine Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

How far is it from Swords to Portrush?

The distance between Swords and Portrush is 174 miles. The road distance is 136.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swords to Portrush without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 57m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Swords to Portrush, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swords to Portrush bus from?

Swords to Portrush bus services, operated by Aircoach, depart from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 station.

Train or bus from Swords to Portrush?

The best way to get from Swords to Portrush is to train which takes 6h 16m and costs £26 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 23m.

Where does the Swords to Portrush bus arrive?

Swords to Portrush bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at Europa Bus Centre station.

Can I drive from Swords to Portrush?

Yes, the driving distance between Swords to Portrush is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Swords to Portrush.

Where can I stay near Portrush?

There are 686+ hotels available in Portrush.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Swords to Portrush by bus, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Grand Central Station Stand 11bus X1 / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Colerainetrain Rail
5h 57m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain Rail
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Colerainetrain Rail
6h 16m
£26–38
Drive 136.1 mi
1. Drive from Swords to Portrushcar 136.1 mi
2h 48m
£33–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Europa Bus Centrebus 705x
2. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Coleraine Buscentrebus 218 / ...
6h 23m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Swords to Portrush.

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Distance: 172.7 mi
Duration: 5h 57m

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

You can take a bus from Swords Castle to Dunluce Avenue via Five Lamps, Dublin Connolly, Belfast Great Central, Coleraine, and Coleraine Buscentre in around 6h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swords Castle to Dunluce Avenue via Dublin Airport Zone 15, Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2, Europa Bus Centre, Bridge Street, and Coleraine Buscentre in around 6h 23m.

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