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

The cheapest way to get from Waterford to Portrush is to train which costs £40 - £65 and takes 8h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waterford to Portrush is to drive which takes 4h 46m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Waterford and Portrush?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterford to Portrush. However, there are services departing from Waterford Bus Stn and arriving at Dunluce Avenue via Red Cow Luas, Terminal 1 Zone 2, Bridge Street and Coleraine Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Waterford and Portrush?

No, there is no direct train from Waterford to Portrush. However, there are services departing from Waterford and arriving at Coleraine via Heuston, Dublin Connolly and Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 2m.

How far is it from Waterford to Portrush?

The distance between Waterford and Portrush is 297 miles. The road distance is 240.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Waterford to Portrush without a car is to train which takes 8h 2m and costs £40 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 8h 2m to get from Waterford to Portrush, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterford to Portrush bus from?

Waterford to Portrush bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Waterford Bus Stn station.

Where do I catch the Waterford to Portrush train from?

Waterford to Portrush train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Waterford station.

Train or bus from Waterford to Portrush?

The best way to get from Waterford to Portrush is to train which takes 8h 2m and costs £40 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 44m.

Where does the Waterford to Portrush bus arrive?

Waterford to Portrush bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Red Cow Luas station.

Where does the Waterford to Portrush train arrive?

Waterford to Portrush train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Waterford to Portrush?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterford to Portrush is 240 miles. It takes approximately 4h 46m to drive from Waterford to Portrush.

Where can I stay near Portrush?

There are 724+ hotels available in Portrush.

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

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

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1. Take the train from Waterford to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic
3. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Colerainetrain Re
8h 2m
£43–63
Bus
1. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Stn to Red Cow Luasbus 736
2. Take the bus from Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Belfast Glengallbus
3. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Coleraine Buscentrebus 218
8h 44m
Drive 238.7 mi
1. Drive from Waterford to Portrushcar 238.7 mi
4h 46m
£60–86
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Stn to Bachelors Walkbus 600
2. Take the bus from Westland Row to Grand Central Stationbus 785
3. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Colerainetrain Re
9h 5m
£43–166

Waterford to Portrush by train, tram, and bus

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Distance: 294.9 mi
Duration: 8h 2m

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

You can take a train from Waterford to Dunluce Avenue via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, Dublin Connolly, Belfast Grand Central, Coleraine, and Coleraine Buscentre in around 8h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Waterford Bus Stn to Dunluce Avenue via Red Cow Luas, Airport Zone 16, Terminal 1 Zone 2, Belfast Glengall, Bridge Street, and Coleraine Buscentre in around 8h 44m.

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