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.
Activities & attractions in Portrush
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
How to Get to Portrush
Plane
Although Portrush doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Londonderry Eglinton (LDY), which is located 37 km from Portrush. The shortest flight to Portrush from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 6h 05m.
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 GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in Edinburgh.
Bus
Bus operates bus routes to Portrush. From Belfast, the bus ride to Portrush takes 137 km and will cost you around €46. From Dublin, the ticket costs about €46 for a journey of 475 km.
Airlines serving Portrush
Where to stay in Portrush
Average rates range from around €132 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €134 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Portrush
Most booked hotels in Portrush
Hiring a car in Portrush
Expect to pay €1.73 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 €20.72 and €27.63. Mini (Fiat 500 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Portrush, while also 43% cheaper than other types, on average.