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

The cheapest way to get from Portrush to Bangor is to bus and line 1 bus which costs £12 and takes 4h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portrush to Bangor is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Portrush and Bangor?

No, there is no direct bus from Portrush to Bangor. However, there are services departing from Dunluce Avenue and arriving at Bangor Buscentre via Coleraine Buscentre and Laganside Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Portrush and Bangor?

No, there is no direct train from Portrush to Bangor. However, there are services departing from Portrush and arriving at Bangor via Coleraine and Belfast Lanyon Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Portrush to Bangor?

The distance between Portrush and Bangor is 79 miles. The road distance is 70 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portrush to Bangor without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £22 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Portrush to Bangor, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portrush to Bangor bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portrush to Bangor train from?

Portrush to Bangor train services, operated by Translink, depart from Coleraine station.

Train or bus from Portrush to Bangor?

The best way to get from Portrush to Bangor is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £22 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus and line 1 bus, which costs £12 and takes 4h 43m.

Where does the Portrush to Bangor bus arrive?

Portrush to Bangor bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Laganside Bus Station.

Where does the Portrush to Bangor train arrive?

Portrush to Bangor train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast Lanyon Place station.

Can I drive from Portrush to Bangor?

Yes, the driving distance between Portrush to Bangor is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Portrush to Bangor.

Where can I stay near Bangor?

There are 1150+ hotels available in Bangor.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Belfast Lanyon Placetrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Lanyon Place to Bangortrain Re / ...
2h 44m
£23–34
Bus, line 1 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Laganside Bus Stationbus 218
2. Take the bus from Laganside Bus Station to Bangor Buscentrebus 1 / ...
4h 43m
£11
Drive 69.6 mi
1. Drive from Portrush to Bangorcar 69.6 mi
1h 21m
£18–25

Portrush to Bangor by train

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Distance: 78.1 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

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

You can take a train from Portrush to Bangor via Coleraine and Belfast Lanyon Place in around 2h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunluce Avenue to Bangor Buscentre via Coleraine Buscentre and Laganside Bus Station in around 4h 43m.

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