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

The cheapest way to get from Carrickfergus to Donegal is to drive which costs €30 - €45 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carrickfergus to Donegal is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Carrickfergus and Donegal?

No, there is no direct bus from Carrickfergus to Donegal. However, there are services departing from Joymount and arriving at Donegal via Grand Central Station Stand 7 and Ulsterbus Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

How far is it from Carrickfergus to Donegal?

The distance between Carrickfergus and Donegal is 246 km. The road distance is 170.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Carrickfergus to Donegal without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 31m and costs €35 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Carrickfergus to Donegal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carrickfergus to Donegal bus from?

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

Where does the Carrickfergus to Donegal bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carrickfergus to Donegal?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrickfergus to Donegal is 171 km. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Carrickfergus to Donegal.

Where can I stay near Donegal?

There are 369+ hotels available in Donegal.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from York Street to Londonderrytrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Ulsterbus Depot to Donegalbus 64
5h 31m
€39–59
Drive 170.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Carrickfergus to Donegalcar 170.6 km
2h 20m
€31–44
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 38m
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 14m

Carrickfergus to Donegal by train and bus

60Weekly Services

5h 31mAverage Duration

€39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 246 km
Duration: 5h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Joymount to Donegal via Donegall Place, Grand Central Station Stand 7, and Ulsterbus Depot in around 5h 38m.

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