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Portrush
Portrush
Portrush is a compact, walkable seaside resort on a peninsula on the north coast, with two beaches, East Strand and West Strand. It is known for golf, including Royal Portrush, surfing and water sports, and family attractions such as Curry's Fun Park.
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Where to stay
- Town centreHotels and guest houses close to the station and harbour
- East StrandBeachfront rooms near the main beach
- PortstewartSeaside town about 10 minutes away by car
- ColeraineLargest nearby town, about 10 minutes away by car
- BushmillsVillage near the Old Bushmills Distillery, about 15 minutes away by car
Getting there
- Translink trains run from Belfast Grand Central on the Derry~Londonderry line in about 1 hour 45 minutes; Portrush station is in the town centre, minutes from the beaches
- By bus take Translink Goldliner 218 from Grand Central to Coleraine bus centre, then the 140a to Portrush
- By road take the M2 to Ballymena then the A26 via Coleraine, about 1 hour 30 minutes from Belfast
Travel details can change, especially on event days — check with the venue or operator before you travel.
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Questions people ask
Where is the best place to stay near Portrush?
Town centre: Hotels and guest houses close to the station and harbour. East Strand: Beachfront rooms near the main beach. Portstewart: Seaside town about 10 minutes away by car. Coleraine: Largest nearby town, about 10 minutes away by car. Bushmills: Village near the Old Bushmills Distillery, about 15 minutes away by car.
How do I get to Portrush?
Translink trains run from Belfast Grand Central on the Derry~Londonderry line in about 1 hour 45 minutes; Portrush station is in the town centre, minutes from the beaches. By bus take Translink Goldliner 218 from Grand Central to Coleraine bus centre, then the 140a to Portrush. By road take the M2 to Ballymena then the A26 via Coleraine, about 1 hour 30 minutes from Belfast.
Any tips for visiting Portrush?
Book far ahead for golf events and summer weekends, when Portrush rooms sell out quickly.
Which airport is closest to Portrush?
The nearest airport on this site is Belfast International Airport, about 42 miles away in a straight line. See hotels near the airport.