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Donegal, Irish → Ballycastle, Great Britain

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Donegal to Ballycastle

Composite routes from Donegal to Ballycastle

Cheapest
2 h 6 min
Car
145 km.
from $7
Other
4 h 43 min
Bus, Train
132 km.
from $61.87
5 h 2 min
Bus, Train
132 km.
from $60.78
5 h 17 min
132 km.
from $76.40

Transport providers

Train operators

Translink UK

Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Train from Derry-Londonderry to Coleraine
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.46–$17.83
Bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Marine
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$19.11–$26.75
Bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Strandview
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$17.83–$25.48
Bus from Derry Londonderry Bus Station to Coleraine
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$19.11–$28.02

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–$22.93

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:
$12.74–$17.83

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 drive which costs $29.35 - $42.39 and takes 2h 4m.

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 2h 4m and costs $29.35 - $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 Marine Cnr Bcastle via Derry Londonderry Bus Station and Coleraine Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Donegal to Ballycastle?

The distance between Donegal and Ballycastle is 179 km. The road distance is 146.3 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 and train which takes 4h 43m and costs $48.91 - $76.09 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m 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.

Where does the Donegal to Ballycastle bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Donegal to Ballycastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Donegal to Ballycastle is 146 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Donegal to Ballycastle.

Where can I stay near Ballycastle?

There are 316+ hotels available in Ballycastle. Prices start at $31.20 per night.
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