Bus from Magherafelt to Portrush
1 direct route · about 70 min · first and last bus 20:35 (weekdays).
Next buses to Portrush as of 13:44
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Magherafelt, 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 | ~70 min | 1 | Fridays and Sundays only | 20:35 | 20:35 | Union Road | Dunluce Avenue | Maghera, Swatragh, Garvagh, Coleraine, Ballycairn & Portstewart |
Times are for the first boarding point in Magherafelt 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 Magherafelt to Portrush?
The 278 (Goldliner) runs directly from Magherafelt to Portrush. Board at Union Road and get off at Dunluce Avenue; the journey takes about 70 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Magherafelt to Portrush?
Around 70 minutes on the 278, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Maghera, Swatragh, Garvagh, Coleraine and other stops on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Magherafelt to Portrush?
On weekdays the first and last direct bus leaves around 20:35. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Magherafelt 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.