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

The cheapest way to get from Portrush to Ballyshannon is to drive which costs €25 - €40 and takes 1h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portrush to Ballyshannon is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Portrush and Ballyshannon?

No, there is no direct bus from Portrush to Ballyshannon. However, there are services departing from Metropole and arriving at Ballyshannon via Coleraine Buscentre and Ulsterbus Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Portrush to Ballyshannon?

The distance between Portrush and Ballyshannon is 167 km. The road distance is 145.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Portrush to Ballyshannon without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 23m and costs €30 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Portrush to Ballyshannon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portrush to Ballyshannon bus from?

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

Where does the Portrush to Ballyshannon bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portrush to Ballyshannon?

Yes, the driving distance between Portrush to Ballyshannon is 146 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Portrush to Ballyshannon.

Where can I stay near Ballyshannon?

There are 353+ hotels available in Ballyshannon.

Portrush to Ballyshannon - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Portrush to Ballyshannon by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Londonderrytrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Ulsterbus Depot to Ballyshannonbus 64
4h 23m
€33–46
Drive 145.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Portrush to Ballyshannoncar 145.8 km
1h 59m
€26–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Foyle Street Bus Stationbus 234 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ulsterbus Depot to Ballyshannonbus 64
5h 17m

Portrush to Ballyshannon by train and bus

41Weekly Services

4h 23mAverage Duration

€33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167.5 km
Duration: 4h 23m

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

You can take a bus from Metropole to Ballyshannon via Coleraine Buscentre and Ulsterbus Depot in around 5h 17m.

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