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Ballina to Letterkenny

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Ballina to Letterkenny

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Other

Transport providers

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Other from Sligo Bus Station to Letterkenny
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$17.83–$25.48
Other from Dublin Airport to Letterkenny
Ave. Duration:
3h 2m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$24.20–$34.39
Other from Galway, Bus Station to Letterkenny
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$25.48–$35.67

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Other from Ballina Humbert Street to Sligo
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$12.10–$16.56
Other from Sligo Bus Station to Letterkenny
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.29–$21.65
Other from Limerick Colbert Station to Galway
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.29–$21.65
Other from Galway, Bus Station to Letterkenny
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$25.48–$35.67

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Website:
citylink.ie/
Other from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
2h 28m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$17.83–$29.30

Bus Feda Teoranta

Phone:
+353 74 954 8114
Website:
busfeda.ie/
Other from Sligo Markievicz Road to Letterkenny
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Other from Claremorris to Letterkenny
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once a week

J.J.Kavanagh & Sons

Phone:
+353 818 333 222
Website:
jjkavanagh.ie/
Other from Kickham Street to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.83–$26.75

Treacy Coaches

Phone:
+353 86 399 3003
Website:
transportforireland.ie
Other from Ballina Humbert Street to Sligo
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Once daily

Michael Moran

Phone:
0872330097
Website:
transportforireland.ie
Other from UL Student Centre to Claremorris
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Twice a week

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Ballina to Letterkenny?

The cheapest way to get from Ballina to Letterkenny is to bus which costs $22.83 - $35.87 and takes 3h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballina to Letterkenny?

The fastest way to get from Ballina to Letterkenny is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs $31.52 - $47.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Ballina and Letterkenny?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballina to Letterkenny station. However, there are services departing from Ballina Humbert Street and arriving at Letterkenny Bus Station via Sligo Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Ballina to Letterkenny?

The distance between Ballina and Letterkenny is 179 km. The road distance is 168.9 km.

How do I travel from Ballina to Letterkenny without a car?

The best way to get from Ballina to Letterkenny without a car is to bus which takes 3h 48m and costs $22.83 - $35.87 .

How long does it take to get from Ballina to Letterkenny?

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Ballina to Letterkenny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballina to Letterkenny bus from?

Ballina to Letterkenny bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Ballina Humbert Street station.

Where does the Ballina to Letterkenny bus arrive?

Ballina to Letterkenny bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Sligo Bus Station.

Can I drive from Ballina to Letterkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballina to Letterkenny is 169 km. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Ballina to Letterkenny.

Where can I stay near Letterkenny?

There are 145+ hotels available in Letterkenny. Prices start at $61.50 per night.
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