Portrush travel guide

Portrush Tourism | Portrush Guide

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
$135
1 night at 3-star hotel
Portrush in February
Estimated hotel price
$135
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.

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 Europcar, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

Bus operates bus routes 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.

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 Europcar, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

Bus operates bus routes to Portrush.

Airports near Portrush

Airlines serving Portrush

Lufthansa
Good (4,684 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,553 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,617 reviews)
Air France
Good (983 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,591 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,457 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (184 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (770 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (970 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,442 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (3,425 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (550 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,801 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (499 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (155 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (98 reviews)
Loganair
Excellent (14 reviews)
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Where to stay in Portrush

Average rates range from around $233 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $215 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Portrush

Hiring a car in Portrush

Expect to pay $3.06 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 $36.68 and $48.91. Mini (Fiat 500 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Portrush, while also 43% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.06 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 $36.68 and $48.91. Mini (Fiat 500 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Portrush, while also 43% cheaper than other types, on average.