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Buncrana, Irish → Dundalk, Irish

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

Composite routes from Buncrana to Dundalk

Cheapest
2 h 19 min
Car
173 km.
from $9
Other
5 h 38 min
142 km.
from $115.02
5 h 41 min
142 km.
from $63.76
5 h 50 min
142 km.
from $83.46
6 h 13 min
Bus, Train
141 km.
from $71.49

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Belfast Grand Central to Dundalk
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$12.10–$17.83
Train from Portadown to Dundalk
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$8.28–$12.10

Translink UK

Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Train from Derry-Londonderry to Lanyon
Ave. Duration:
2h 1m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.75–$39.49
Train from Belfast Grand Central to Dundalk
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$17.83–$26.75
Train from Derry-Londonderry to Great
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$28.02–$39.49
Train from Great Victoria Street to Dundalk
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.83–$26.75
Train from Portadown to Dundalk
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.46–$16.56
Bus from Derry Londonderry Bus Station to Dungannon
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$24.20–$34.39
Bus from Dungannon Bus Station to High
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.83–$25.48

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.29–$22.93

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.74–$17.83

Mc Ginley Coach Travel

Phone:
074 9135201
Email:
Website:
johnmcginley.com/
Bus from Cockhill Road to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$30.57–$38.21

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Buncrana to Dundalk?

The cheapest way to get from Buncrana to Dundalk is to drive which costs $32.61 - $48.91 and takes 2h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Buncrana to Dundalk?

The fastest way to get from Buncrana to Dundalk is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs $32.61 - $48.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Buncrana and Dundalk?

No, there is no direct bus from Buncrana to Dundalk. However, there are services departing from Cockhill Road and arriving at Dublin Road via Dublin Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Buncrana to Dundalk?

The distance between Buncrana and Dundalk is 269 km. The road distance is 173.4 km.

How do I travel from Buncrana to Dundalk without a car?

The best way to get from Buncrana to Dundalk without a car is to train which takes 5h 38m and costs $65.22 - $97.83 .

How long does it take to get from Buncrana to Dundalk?

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Buncrana to Dundalk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Buncrana to Dundalk bus from?

Buncrana to Dundalk bus services, operated by Mc Ginley Coach Travel, depart from Cockhill Road station.

Train or bus from Buncrana to Dundalk?

The best way to get from Buncrana to Dundalk is to train which takes 5h 38m and costs $65.22 - $97.83 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $36.96 - $52.17 and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Buncrana to Dundalk bus arrive?

Buncrana to Dundalk bus services, operated by Mc Ginley Coach Travel, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 16 station.

Can I drive from Buncrana to Dundalk?

Yes, the driving distance between Buncrana to Dundalk is 173 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Buncrana to Dundalk.

Where can I stay near Dundalk?

There are 204+ hotels available in Dundalk. Prices start at $84.84 per night.
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