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

The cheapest way to get from Ballyclare to Donegal is to drive which costs €27 - €40 and takes 2h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballyclare to Donegal is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Ballyclare and Donegal?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballyclare to Donegal. However, there are services departing from The Square and arriving at Donegal via Queens Square, Grand Central Station Stand 7 and Ulsterbus Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Ballyclare to Donegal?

The distance between Ballyclare and Donegal is 217 km. The road distance is 158 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballyclare to Donegal without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 11m and costs €30 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Ballyclare to Donegal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballyclare to Donegal bus from?

Ballyclare to Donegal bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Grand Central Station Stand 7.

Where does the Ballyclare to Donegal bus arrive?

Ballyclare to Donegal bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Foyle Street Bus Station.

Can I drive from Ballyclare to Donegal?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballyclare to Donegal is 158 km. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Ballyclare to Donegal.

Where can I stay near Donegal?

There are 363+ hotels available in Donegal.

Ballyclare to Donegal - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ballyclare to Donegal by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Antrim to Londonderrytrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Ulsterbus Depot to Donegalbus 64
5h 11m
€30–45
Drive 158 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballyclare to Donegalcar 158 km
2h 7m
€28–40
Bus via Londonderry County Borough
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 7 to Foyle Street Bus Stationbus 212 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ulsterbus Depot to Donegalbus 64
5h 55m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 14 to Enniskillen Bus Stationbus 261 / ...
2. Take the bus from Enniskillen to Donegalbus 30
6h 18m

Ballyclare to Donegal by bus and train

15Weekly Services

5h 11mAverage Duration

€30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 216.6 km
Duration: 5h 11m

What companies run services between Ballyclare, Northern Ireland and Donegal, Ulster, Ireland?

You can take a bus from The Square to Donegal via Laganside Bus Station, Queens Square, Grand Central Station Stand 7, and Ulsterbus Depot in around 5h 55m.

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