Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Portrush travel guide

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You're Going to Love Portrush

With a population of 6,684, Portrush is a must-see destination in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Portrush to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Portrush

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Quays Bar & Restaurant (61-63 Eglinton St) and The Tides Restaurant (21 Ballyreagh Road) are great picks.

When to visit Portrush

Portrush in February
Estimated hotel price
€93
1 night at 3-star hotel
Portrush in February
Estimated hotel price
€93
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Portrush

Plane

Although Portrush doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Belfast Intl Airport (BFS), which is located 66 km from Portrush. The shortest flight to Portrush from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 6h 15m.

Train

The train station in Portrush is called Portrush, and is located 0.5 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Portrush is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 232 km from Portrush. You’ll find branches of DRIVALIA and Hertz, among others, in Edinburgh.

Plane

Although Portrush doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Belfast Intl Airport (BFS), which is located 66 km from Portrush. The shortest flight to Portrush from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 6h 15m.

Train

The train station in Portrush is called Portrush, and is located 0.5 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Portrush is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 232 km from Portrush. You’ll find branches of DRIVALIA and Hertz, among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Portrush

PIKGlasgow Prestwick
BFSBelfast Intl
BHDBelfast City

Airlines serving Portrush

KLM
Good (1,402 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,457 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,977 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,990 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,475 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,651 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,332 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,179 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (278 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,866 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,578 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,337 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,835 reviews)
China Southern
Good (116 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (916 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (282 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (667 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,043 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (169 reviews)
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Where to stay in Portrush

Average rates range from around €113 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €186 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Portrush

Most booked hotels in Portrush

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North Coast Motel
3 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
€85+
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Bayview Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
€195+
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Royal Court Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
€130+
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Inn On The Coast
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
€76+
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The Port Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
€98+
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Portrush Atlantic Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
€105+
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Hiring a car in Portrush

Expect to pay €1.57 per litre in Portrush (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €18.76 and €25.01.

Expect to pay €1.57 per litre in Portrush (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €18.76 and €25.01.

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