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 among the most popular tourist destinations 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 December
Estimated hotel price
£88
1 night at 3-star hotel
Portrush in December
Estimated hotel price
£88
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 domestic flight to Portrush departs from Birmingham and takes around 10h 10m.

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 DRIVALIA , 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 domestic flight to Portrush departs from Birmingham and takes around 10h 10m.

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 DRIVALIA , among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Portrush

Airlines serving Portrush

Lufthansa
Good (7,258 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,369 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,774 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (9,183 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,599 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,680 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (4,024 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (313 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,141 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,394 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,449 reviews)
China Southern
Good (174 reviews)
easyJet
Good (2,114 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (852 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (326 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (13,009 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (692 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (139 reviews)
Loganair
Excellent (17 reviews)
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Where to stay in Portrush

Average rates range from around £111 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £130 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Portrush

Most booked hotels in Portrush

North Coast Motel
3 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
£73+
Brown Trout Golf & Country Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
£90+
Royal Court Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£114+
Prospect House
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
£86+
The Lodge Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£100+
Inn On The Coast
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£78+

Hiring a car in Portrush

Expect to pay £1.43 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 £17.05 and £22.73. Mini (Fiat 500 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Portrush, while also 65% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay £1.43 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 £17.05 and £22.73. Mini (Fiat 500 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Portrush, while also 65% cheaper than other types, on average.