What is the cheapest way to get from Dún Laoghaire to Portrush?

The cheapest way to get from Dún Laoghaire to Portrush is to train which costs £30 - £45 and takes 5h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dún Laoghaire to Portrush?

The fastest way to get from Dún Laoghaire to Portrush is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Dún Laoghaire and Portrush?

No, there is no direct bus from Dún Laoghaire to Portrush. However, there are services departing from Dun Laoghaire Stn and arriving at Dunluce Avenue via Terminal 1 Zone 2, Bridge Street and Coleraine Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Dún Laoghaire and Portrush?

No, there is no direct train from Dún Laoghaire to Portrush. However, there are services departing from Dun Laoghaire and arriving at Coleraine via Dublin Connolly and Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Dún Laoghaire to Portrush?

The distance between Dún Laoghaire and Portrush is 190 miles. The road distance is 152 miles.

How do I travel from Dún Laoghaire to Portrush without a car?

The best way to get from Dún Laoghaire to Portrush without a car is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs £30 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Dún Laoghaire to Portrush?

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Dún Laoghaire to Portrush, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dún Laoghaire to Portrush bus from?

Dún Laoghaire to Portrush bus services, operated by Aircoach, depart from Terminal 1 Zone 2 station.

Where do I catch the Dún Laoghaire to Portrush train from?

Dún Laoghaire to Portrush train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Dublin Connolly station.

Train or bus from Dún Laoghaire to Portrush?

The best way to get from Dún Laoghaire to Portrush is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs £30 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 13m.

Where does the Dún Laoghaire to Portrush bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dún Laoghaire to Portrush train arrive?

Dún Laoghaire to Portrush train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.

Can I drive from Dún Laoghaire to Portrush?

Yes, the driving distance between Dún Laoghaire to Portrush is 152 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Dún Laoghaire to Portrush.

Where can I stay near Portrush?

There are 758+ hotels available in Portrush.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Dún Laoghaire to Portrush by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Colerainetrain Re / ...
5h 26m
£30–45
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Westland Row to Grand Central Stationbus 785
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Colerainetrain Re / ...
7h 2m
£32–149
Drive 151.1 mi
1. Drive from Dún Laoghaire to Portrushcar 151.1 mi
3h 12m
£37–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Europa Bus Centrebus 705x
2. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Coleraine Buscentrebus 218 / ...
7h 13m

Dún Laoghaire to Portrush by train and bus

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5h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 188.6 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

What companies run services between Dún Laoghaire, Ireland and Portrush, Northern Ireland?

You can take a train from Dun Laoghaire to Dunluce Avenue via Dublin Connolly, Belfast Grand Central, Coleraine, and Coleraine Buscentre in around 5h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dun Laoghaire Stn to Dunluce Avenue via Terminal 1 Zone 2, Europa Bus Centre, Bridge Street, and Coleraine Buscentre in around 7h 13m.

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