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Donegal to Northern Ireland

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Car
1 h 13 min
97 km.
from $5
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Donegal, Irish → Northern Ireland, Great Britain

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Donegal to Northern Ireland

Composite routes from Donegal to Northern Ireland

Cheapest
1 h 13 min
Car
97 km.
from $5
Other
4 h 6 min
74 km.
from $78.04
4 h 16 min
Bus, Train
73 km.
from $56.02
4 h 49 min
Bus, Train
73 km.
from $57.11

Transport providers

Train operators

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–$38.21
Train from Londonderry to Belfast
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.75–$38.21
Bus from Derry Londonderry Bus Station to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.48–$35.67

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Donegal Abbey Hotel to Derry
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$15.29–$21.65

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Donegal Abbey Hotel to Derry
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.10–$17.83

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Donegal to Northern Ireland?

The cheapest way to get from Donegal to Northern Ireland is to drive which costs $32.61 - $48.91 and takes 2h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Donegal to Northern Ireland?

The fastest way to get from Donegal to Northern Ireland is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs $32.61 - $48.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Donegal and Northern Ireland?

No, there is no direct bus from Donegal to Northern Ireland. However, there are services departing from Donegal Abbey Hotel and arriving at Victoria Square Chichester Street via Derry Londonderry Bus Station and York Street Station [bus stop]. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Donegal to Northern Ireland?

The distance between Donegal and Northern Ireland is 205 km. The road distance is 171.3 km.

How do I travel from Donegal to Northern Ireland without a car?

The best way to get from Donegal to Northern Ireland without a car is to bus which takes 4h 6m and costs $43.48 - $70.65 .

How long does it take to get from Donegal to Northern Ireland?

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Donegal to Northern Ireland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Donegal to Northern Ireland bus from?

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

Where does the Donegal to Northern Ireland bus arrive?

Donegal to Northern Ireland bus services, operated by Expressway, arrive at Derry Londonderry Foyle Buscentre station.

Can I drive from Donegal to Northern Ireland?

Yes, the driving distance between Donegal to Northern Ireland is 171 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Donegal to Northern Ireland.

Where can I stay near Northern Ireland?

There are 110+ hotels available in Northern Ireland. Prices start at $61.32 per night.
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