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

The cheapest way to get from Ballina to Donegal is to drive which costs €40 - €65 and takes 3h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballina to Donegal is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Ballina and Donegal?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballina to Donegal. However, there are services departing from Ballina and arriving at Donegal via Henry Street and Galway Cathdrl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

How far is it from Ballina to Donegal?

The distance between Ballina and Donegal is 330 km. The road distance is 262.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballina to Donegal without a car is to bus which takes 7h 29m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 29m to get from Ballina to Donegal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballina to Donegal bus from?

Ballina to Donegal bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Henry Street station.

Where does the Ballina to Donegal bus arrive?

Ballina to Donegal bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Galway Ceannt station.

Can I drive from Ballina to Donegal?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballina to Donegal is 263 km. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Ballina to Donegal.

Where can I stay near Donegal?

There are 369+ hotels available in Donegal.

Ballina to Donegal - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Ballina to Donegal by bus, car, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Henry Street to Galway Ceanntbus 251
2. Take the bus from Galway Cathdrl to Donegalbus 964
7h 29m
Bus via Gort
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt to Donegalbus 64
9h 21m
€42–64
Drive 262.7 km
1. Drive from Ballina to Donegalcar 262.7 km
3h 44m
€45–64
Train, bus via Galway
1. Take the train from Limerick to Galwaytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Galway Cathdrl to Donegalbus 964
8h 2m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Limerick to Galwaytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt to Donegalbus 64
8h 52m
€48–68

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Distance: 329.9 km
Duration: 7h 29m

What companies run services between Ballina, IE-TA, Ireland and Donegal, Ulster, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Ballina to Donegal via William Street, Henry Street, Galway Ceannt, and Galway Cathdrl in around 7h 29m.

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