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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 February
Estimated hotel price
£80
1 night at 3-star hotel
Portrush in February
Estimated hotel price
£80
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 Liverpool and takes around 1h 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 Budget, 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 Liverpool and takes around 1h 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 Budget, among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Portrush

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BFSBelfast Intl
BHDBelfast City

Airlines serving Portrush

KLM
Good (1,333 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,834 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,929 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,696 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,444 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,561 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,273 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,053 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (254 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,799 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,459 reviews)
China Southern
Good (96 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (828 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,161 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (262 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (642 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (161 reviews)
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Where to stay in Portrush

Average rates range from around £121 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £184 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Portrush

Most booked hotels in Portrush

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Antrim House Guest Rooms & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (9.5, Excellent reviews)
£151+
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North Coast Motel
3 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
£84+
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Bayview Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£204+
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Brown Trout Golf & Country Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£98+
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Royal Court Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£161+
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Inn On The Coast
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£107+
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Hiring a car in Portrush

Hiring a car in Portrush costs £97 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 67% more expensive than at Londonderry Eglinton.

Expect to pay £1.30 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 £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Portrush is Intermediate (Skoda Octavia or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Kia Picanto or similar) is, on average, 86% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Portrush costs £97 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 67% more expensive than at Londonderry Eglinton.

Expect to pay £1.30 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 £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Portrush is Intermediate (Skoda Octavia or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Kia Picanto or similar) is, on average, 86% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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