What is the cheapest way to get from Carndonagh to Clifden?

The cheapest way to get from Carndonagh to Clifden is to bus which costs €40 - €80 and takes 9h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carndonagh to Clifden?

The fastest way to get from Carndonagh to Clifden is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between Carndonagh and Clifden?

No, there is no direct bus from Carndonagh to Clifden. However, there are services departing from Carndonagh and arriving at Clifden via Letterkenny Bus and Galway Coach Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 5m.

How far is it from Carndonagh to Clifden?

The distance between Carndonagh and Clifden is 407 km. The road distance is 329.3 km.

How do I travel from Carndonagh to Clifden without a car?

The best way to get from Carndonagh to Clifden without a car is to bus which takes 9h 5m and costs €40 - €80.

How long does it take to get from Carndonagh to Clifden?

It takes approximately 9h 5m to get from Carndonagh to Clifden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carndonagh to Clifden bus from?

Carndonagh to Clifden bus services, operated by McGonagle Bus and Coach Hire, depart from Carndonagh station.

Where does the Carndonagh to Clifden bus arrive?

Carndonagh to Clifden bus services, operated by McGonagle Bus and Coach Hire, arrive at Letterkenny Bus station.

Can I drive from Carndonagh to Clifden?

Yes, the driving distance between Carndonagh to Clifden is 329 km. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Carndonagh to Clifden.

Where can I stay near Clifden?

There are 387+ hotels available in Clifden.

Carndonagh to Clifden - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Carndonagh to Clifden by bus, car, or train

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1. Take the bus from Carndonagh to Letterkenny Busbus 951
2. Take the bus from Letterkenny Bus to Eyre Squarebus 964
3. Take the bus from Galway Coach Stn to Clifdenbus 923
9h 5m
€43–77
Drive, train, bus
1. Drive from Carndonagh to Bellarenacar
2. Take the train from Bellarena to Belfast Great Centraltrain Re
3. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connollytrain Ic
4. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Galwaytrain Ic / ...
5. Take the bus from Galway Coach Stn to Clifdenbus 923
11h 8m
€78–119
Drive 329.3 km
1. Drive from Carndonagh to Clifdencar 329.3 km
4h 16m
€57–82
Bus via Derry Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Derry Bus Station to Galway Ceanntbus 64
2. Take the bus from Galway Coach Stn to Clifdenbus 923
9h 26m
€45–74

Carndonagh to Clifden by bus

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9h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 407.5 km
Duration: 9h 5m

What companies run services between Carndonagh, Ireland and Clifden, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Carndonagh to Clifden via Letterkenny Bus, Eyre Square, and Galway Coach Stn in around 9h 5m.

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