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

The cheapest way to get from Buncrana to Ballyclare is to train which costs £16 - £24 and takes 3h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Buncrana to Ballyclare is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs £18 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Buncrana and Ballyclare?

No, there is no direct bus from Buncrana to Ballyclare. However, there are services departing from Buncrana and arriving at The Square via Muff, Foyle Street Bus Station, York Street Station [bus stop] and Ulster University Belfast. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Buncrana and Ballyclare?

No, there is no direct train from Buncrana to Ballyclare. However, there are services departing from Londonderry and arriving at Antrim via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Buncrana to Ballyclare?

The distance between Buncrana and Ballyclare is 98 miles. The road distance is 77.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Buncrana to Ballyclare without a car is to line 995 bus and line 952 bus and bus which takes 5h 24m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Buncrana to Ballyclare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Buncrana to Ballyclare bus from?

Buncrana to Ballyclare bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim, depart from Buncrana station.

Where do I catch the Buncrana to Ballyclare train from?

Buncrana to Ballyclare train services, operated by Translink, depart from Londonderry station.

Train or bus from Buncrana to Ballyclare?

The best way to get from Buncrana to Ballyclare is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £16 - £24. Alternatively, you can line 995 bus and line 952 bus and bus, which costs and takes 5h 24m.

Where does the Buncrana to Ballyclare bus arrive?

Buncrana to Ballyclare bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim, arrive at Muff station.

Where does the Buncrana to Ballyclare train arrive?

Buncrana to Ballyclare train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Antrim station.

Can I drive from Buncrana to Ballyclare?

Yes, the driving distance between Buncrana to Ballyclare is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Buncrana to Ballyclare.

Where can I stay near Ballyclare?

There are 1238+ hotels available in Ballyclare.

Buncrana to Ballyclare - 3 ways to travel via train, and line 995 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Buncrana to Ballyclare by train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Londonderry to Antrimtrain Re / ...
3h 18m
£16–24
Line 995 bus, line 952 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Buncrana to Muffbus 995
2. Take the bus from Muff to Derry Patrick Stbus 952 / ...
3. Take the bus from Foyle Street Bus Station to Nelson Street Bus Lanebus 212
4. Take the bus from Ulster University Belfast to The Squarebus 153 / ...
5h 24m
Drive 77.1 mi
1. Drive from Buncrana to Ballyclarecar 77.1 mi
1h 31m
£19–28

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Distance: 97.4 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Buncrana, Ireland and Ballyclare, Northern Ireland?

Translink operates a train from Londonderry to Antrim hourly. Tickets cost £13–19 and the journey takes 1h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buncrana to The Square via Muff, Derry Patrick St, Foyle Street Bus Station, Nelson Street Bus Lane, York Street Station [bus stop], and Ulster University Belfast in around 5h 24m.

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