Bus from Portrush to Armagh
1 direct route · about 150 min · first and last bus 14:45 (weekdays).
Next buses to Armagh as of 05:26
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Portrush, 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 | ~150 min | 1 | Fridays and Sundays only | 14:45 | 14:45 | Dunluce Avenue | Armagh Bus Station | Portstewart, Ballycairn, University Campus, Coleraine, Somerset, Garvagh & 7 more |
Times are for the first boarding point in Portrush 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 Portrush to Armagh?
The 278 (Goldliner) runs directly from Portrush to Armagh. Board at Dunluce Avenue and get off at Armagh Bus Station; the journey takes about 150 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Portrush to Armagh?
Around 150 minutes on the 278, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Portstewart, Ballycairn, University Campus, Coleraine and other stops on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Portrush to Armagh?
On weekdays the first and last direct bus leaves around 14:45. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Portrush to Armagh?
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.