What is the cheapest way to get from Portrush to Ashford Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Portrush to Ashford Castle is to train and bus which costs €40 - €65 and takes 8h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portrush to Ashford Castle?

The fastest way to get from Portrush to Ashford Castle is to drive which takes 4h 7m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Portrush and Ashford Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Portrush to Ashford Castle. However, there are services departing from Dunluce Avenue and arriving at Cong via Coleraine Buscentre, Derry Bus Station, Ballybofey and Claremorris. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 7m.

How far is it from Portrush to Ashford Castle?

The distance between Portrush and Ashford Castle is 326 km. The road distance is 297.7 km.

How do I travel from Portrush to Ashford Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Portrush to Ashford Castle without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 39m and costs €40 - €65.

How long does it take to get from Portrush to Ashford Castle?

It takes approximately 8h 39m to get from Portrush to Ashford Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portrush to Ashford Castle bus from?

Portrush to Ashford Castle bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Coleraine Buscentre station.

Where does the Portrush to Ashford Castle bus arrive?

Portrush to Ashford Castle bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Foyle Street Bus Station.

Can I drive from Portrush to Ashford Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Portrush to Ashford Castle is 298 km. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Portrush to Ashford Castle.

Where can I stay near Ashford Castle?

There are 134+ hotels available in Ashford Castle.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Portrush to Ashford Castle by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
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1. Take the train from Coleraine to Londonderrytrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Derry Bus Station to Claremorrisbus 64
8h 39m
€44–65
Train, bus via Dublin
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Re
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station to Burgh Quaybus 785
3. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Claremorristrain 804 / ...
11h 13m
€63–220
Drive 297.7 km
1. Drive from Portrush to Ashford Castlecar 297.7 km
4h 7m
€53–76
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Foyle Street Bus Stationbus 234
2. Take the bus from Derry Bus Station to Ballybofeybus 64
3. Take the bus from Ballybofey to Claremorrisbus 964
10h 7m

Portrush to Ashford Castle by train, bus, and foot

20Weekly Services

8h 39mAverage Duration

€44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 325.6 km
Duration: 8h 39m

What companies run services between Portrush, Northern Ireland and Ashford Castle, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Dunluce Avenue to Ashford Castle via Coleraine Buscentre, Derry Bus Station, Ballybofey, Claremorris, and Cong in around 10h 7m.

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