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149 km.
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Donegal, Irish → Ballycastle, Irish

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

Composite routes from Donegal to Ballycastle

Cheapest
1 h 57 min
Car
149 km.
from $8
Other
4 h 50 min
90 km.
from $46.91
2 h 9 min
Bus
90 km.
from $50.02
5 h 2 min
90 km.
from $5.43

Transport providers

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Other from Donegal Abbey Hotel to Sligo
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$14.01–$21.65
Other from Donegal Abbey Hotel to Grange
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$14.01–$20.38

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Other from Donegal Abbey Hotel to Sligo
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$11.46–$16.56
Other from Sligo Bus Station to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$12.10–$16.56
Other from Donegal Abbey Hotel to Grange
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.19–$15.29
Other from Sligo Markievicz Road to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$12.10–$17.83

Bus Feda Teoranta

Phone:
+353 74 954 8114
Email:
Website:
busfeda.ie/
Other from Donegal Abbey Hotel to Grange
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Other from Donegal to Sligo
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
6 times a week

Treacy Coaches

Phone:
+353 86 399 3003
Email:
Website:
transportforireland.ie
Other from Sligo Bus Station to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Once daily

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Donegal to Ballycastle?

The cheapest way to get from Donegal to Ballycastle is to bus which costs $25 - $43.48 and takes 4h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Donegal to Ballycastle?

The fastest way to get from Donegal to Ballycastle is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs $28.26 - $42.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Donegal and Ballycastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Donegal to Ballycastle. However, there are services departing from Donegal Abbey Hotel and arriving at Ballycastle via Sligo Bus Station and Ballina Humbert Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Donegal to Ballycastle?

The distance between Donegal and Ballycastle is 158 km. The road distance is 149.5 km.

How do I travel from Donegal to Ballycastle without a car?

The best way to get from Donegal to Ballycastle without a car is to bus which takes 4h 50m and costs $25 - $43.48 .

How long does it take to get from Donegal to Ballycastle?

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Donegal to Ballycastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Donegal to Ballycastle bus from?

Donegal to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Expressway, depart from Donegal Abbey Hotel station.

Train, bus or fly from Donegal to Ballycastle?

The best way to get from Donegal to Ballycastle is to bus which takes 4h 50m and costs $25 - $43.48 . There are no good options to train or fly between Donegal to Ballycastle.

Where does the Donegal to Ballycastle bus arrive?

Donegal to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Expressway, arrive at Sligo Bus Station.

Can I drive from Donegal to Ballycastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Donegal to Ballycastle is 149 km. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Donegal to Ballycastle.

Where can I stay near Ballycastle?

There are 59+ hotels available in Ballycastle. Prices start at $58.48 per night.
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