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One way to Travel from Dublin to Ardara

Composite routes from Dublin to Ardara

Cheapest
3 h 10 min
Car
251 km.
from $13

Transport providers

Airlines

Aer Lingus

Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from Dublin Airport to Donegal
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$35.87–$293.48

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Dublin Connolly to Sligo
Ave. Duration:
3h 13m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$18.48–$27.17

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Donegal
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$20.65–$29.35
Bus from Dublin Airport to Letterkenny
Ave. Duration:
3h 2m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$19.57–$28.26

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Donegal
Ave. Duration:
3h 57m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$20.65–$28.26

Bus Feda Teoranta

Phone:
+353 74 954 8114
Email:
Website:
busfeda.ie/
Bus from Anagaire to Ardara
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Twice a week

Mc Ginley Coach Travel

Phone:
074 9135201
Email:
Website:
johnmcginley.com/
Bus from Parnell Square Nth to Letterkenny
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$25.00–$31.52

McGeehan Coaches

Phone:
074 9546150
Email:
Website:
mcgeehancoaches.com/
Bus from Letterkenny Bus Station to Ardara
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Twice daily

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Dublin to Ardara?

The cheapest way to get from Dublin to Ardara is to bus which costs $28.26 - $41.30 and takes 5h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dublin to Ardara?

The fastest way to get from Dublin to Ardara is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs $46.74 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Dublin and Ardara?

No, there is no direct bus from Dublin station to Ardara. However, there are services departing from Dublin Busaras Bus Station and arriving at Ardara via Donegal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Dublin to Ardara?

The distance between Dublin and Ardara is 309 km. The road distance is 252 km.

How do I travel from Dublin to Ardara without a car?

The best way to get from Dublin to Ardara without a car is to train and taxi which takes 4h 30m and costs $141.30 - $195.65 .

How long does it take to get from Dublin to Ardara?

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Dublin to Ardara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dublin to Ardara bus from?

Dublin to Ardara bus services, operated by Expressway, depart from Dublin Busaras Bus Station.

Where does the Dublin to Ardara bus arrive?

Dublin to Ardara bus services, operated by Expressway, arrive at Donegal Abbey Hotel station.

Can I drive from Dublin to Ardara?

Yes, the driving distance between Dublin to Ardara is 252 km. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Dublin to Ardara.

Where can I stay near Ardara?

There are 267+ hotels available in Ardara. Prices start at $46.42 per night.
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