Bus from Armagh to Portrush
1 direct route · about 135 min · first and last bus 19:30 (weekdays).
Next buses to Portrush as of 05:26
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Armagh, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 278 | Goldliner | ~135 min | 1 | Fridays and Sundays only | 19:30 | 19:30 | Lonsdale Road | Dunluce Avenue | Moy, Dungannon, Cookstown, Moneymore, Magherafelt, Maghera & 5 more |
Times are for the first boarding point in Armagh on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every 278 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Armagh to Portrush?
The 278 (Goldliner) runs directly from Armagh to Portrush. Board at Lonsdale Road and get off at Dunluce Avenue; the journey takes about 135 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Armagh to Portrush?
Around 135 minutes on the 278, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Moy, Dungannon, Cookstown, Moneymore and other stops on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Armagh to Portrush?
On weekdays the first and last direct bus leaves around 19:30. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Armagh to Portrush?
Translink sets zonal fares on this journey. Smartlink/iLink cards and contactless are cheaper than cash, with daily and weekly caps on Metro and Glider.