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

The cheapest way to get from Ardrossan to Portrush is to bus and ferry and bus which costs £19 - £22 and takes 11h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ardrossan to Portrush is to drive and car ferry which takes 4h 24m and costs £50 - £270.

Is there a direct bus between Ardrossan and Portrush?

No, there is no direct bus from Ardrossan to Portrush. However, there are services departing from Hill Street and arriving at Dunluce Avenue via Ayr, Bridge Street and Coleraine Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 7m.

How far is it from Ardrossan to Portrush?

The distance between Ardrossan and Portrush is 194 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ardrossan to Portrush without a car is to bus and ferry and bus which takes 11h 7m and costs £19 - £22.

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

It takes approximately 11h 7m to get from Ardrossan to Portrush, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ardrossan to Portrush bus from?

Ardrossan to Portrush bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Ayr station.

Where does the Ardrossan to Portrush bus arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Portrush?

There are 677+ hotels available in Portrush.

Ardrossan to Portrush - 2 ways to travel via bus and ferry, bus, and car

How to get fromArdrossan to Portrush

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 2 ways to get from Ardrossan to Portrush by busferry, bus, car, or car ferry

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

Bus and ferry, bus
best
1. Take the busferry from Ayr to Belfast, Europa Buscentrebusferry 923
2. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Coleraine Buscentrebus 218 / ...
11h 7m
£19–21
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Ardrossan to Cairnryancar
2. Take the carferry from Cairnryan to Larnecarferry
3. Drive from Larne to Portrushcar
4h 24m
£53–263

Ardrossan to Portrush by bus, busferry, and foot

21Weekly Services

11h 7mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Ardrossan to Portrush.

Launch map view

Distance: 192.6 mi
Duration: 11h 7m

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

There is no direct connection from Ardrossan to Portrush. However, you can take the line 585 bus to Ayr Bus Station, walk to Ayr, take the vehicle to Belfast, Europa Buscentre, walk to Bridge Street, take the bus to Coleraine Buscentre, then take the bus to Dunluce Avenue. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Ardrossan to Portrush via Cairnryan and Larne in around 4h 24m.

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.