What is the cheapest way to get from Lisburn to Portmarnock?

The cheapest way to get from Lisburn to Portmarnock is to train which costs €17 - €28 and takes 3h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lisburn to Portmarnock?

The fastest way to get from Lisburn to Portmarnock is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Lisburn and Portmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Lisburn to Portmarnock. However, there are services departing from Sprucefield Shopping Centre and arriving at Portmarnock Village via Airport Zone 15. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Lisburn and Portmarnock?

No, there is no direct train from Lisburn to Portmarnock. However, there are services departing from Lisburn and arriving at Portmarnock via Portadown and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Lisburn to Portmarnock?

The distance between Lisburn and Portmarnock is 178 km. The road distance is 148.4 km.

How do I travel from Lisburn to Portmarnock without a car?

The best way to get from Lisburn to Portmarnock without a car is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs €17 - €28.

How long does it take to get from Lisburn to Portmarnock?

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Lisburn to Portmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lisburn to Portmarnock bus from?

Lisburn to Portmarnock bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Sprucefield Shopping Centre station.

Where do I catch the Lisburn to Portmarnock train from?

Lisburn to Portmarnock train services, operated by Translink, depart from Portadown station.

Train or bus from Lisburn to Portmarnock?

The best way to get from Lisburn to Portmarnock is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs €17 - €28. Alternatively, you can bus and line 102 bus, which costs and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the Lisburn to Portmarnock bus arrive?

Lisburn to Portmarnock bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Airport T2 station.

Where does the Lisburn to Portmarnock train arrive?

Lisburn to Portmarnock train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Lisburn to Portmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Lisburn to Portmarnock is 148 km. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Lisburn to Portmarnock.

Where can I stay near Portmarnock?

There are 1084+ hotels available in Portmarnock.

Lisburn to Portmarnock - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 102 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Lisburn to Portmarnock by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portadown to Dublin Connollytrain Belfast Great Central - Dublin Connolly
3h 2m
€18–27
Bus, line 102 bus
1. Take the bus from Sprucefield Shopping Centre to Dublin Airport T2bus X1
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 15 to Portmarnock Villagebus 102
3h 12m
Drive 148.4 km
1. Drive from Lisburn to Portmarnockcar 148.4 km
1h 36m
€27–39
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connollytrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Five Lamps to Portmarnock Villagebus H2
3h 58m
€30–41
Bus, line 102 bus via Belfast Great Central
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station to Terminal 1 Zone 1bus 785
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 15 to Portmarnock Villagebus 102
4h 21m
€29–152

Lisburn to Portmarnock by train

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3h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 178.4 km
Duration: 3h 2m

What companies run services between Lisburn, Northern Ireland and Portmarnock, Ireland?

Translink operates a train from Portadown to Dublin Connolly hourly. Tickets cost €17–24 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sprucefield Shopping Centre to Portmarnock Village via Dublin Airport T2 and Airport Zone 15 in around 3h 12m.

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