The average bus between Derry Airport (LDY) and Downings takes 7h 38m and the fastest bus takes 2h 6m. The bus service runs several times per day from Derry Airport (LDY) to Downings. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 3 times a day between Derry Airport (LDY) and Downings. The earliest departure is at 8:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derry Airport (LDY) is at 7:44 PM which arrives into Downings at 9:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Ulsterbus Depot and take an average of 7h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Derry Airport (LDY) to Downings? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Derry Airport (LDY) to Downings. However, there are services departing from Derry Airport (LDY) station and arriving at Downings station via Foyle Street Bus Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.
Derry Airport (LDY) to Downings bus services, operated by Translink, depart from City of Derry Airport station.
Derry Airport (LDY) to Downings bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Na Dúnaibh station.
The distance between Derry Airport (LDY) and Downings is 46.5 km. The road distance is 86 km.
You can take a bus from City of Derry Airport to Na Dúnaibh via Ulsterbus Depot and Letterkenny Bus in around 3h 44m.