What is the cheapest way to get from Derry-Londonderry to Dublin?

The cheapest way to get from Derry-Londonderry to Dublin is to bus via The Gresham Hotel which costs €21 - €29 and takes 4h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Derry-Londonderry to Dublin?

The fastest way to get from Derry-Londonderry to Dublin is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Derry-Londonderry and Dublin?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from North West Transport Hub and arriving at Dublin Busaras Bus Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Derry-Londonderry and Dublin?

No, there is no direct train from Derry-Londonderry to Dublin. However, there are services departing from Londonderry and arriving at Dublin Connolly via Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Derry-Londonderry to Dublin?

The distance between Derry-Londonderry and Dublin is 249 km. The road distance is 229.4 km.

How do I travel from Derry-Londonderry to Dublin without a car?

The best way to get from Derry-Londonderry to Dublin without a car is to bus which takes 4h 20m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Derry-Londonderry to Dublin?

The bus from North West Transport Hub to Dublin Busaras Bus Station takes 4h 20m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Derry-Londonderry to Dublin bus from?

Derry-Londonderry to Dublin bus services, operated by Translink, depart from North West Transport Hub station.

Where do I catch the Derry-Londonderry to Dublin train from?

Derry-Londonderry to Dublin train services, operated by Translink, depart from Londonderry station.

Train or bus from Derry-Londonderry to Dublin?

The best way to get from Derry-Londonderry to Dublin is to bus which takes 4h 20m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 4h 42m.

Where does the Derry-Londonderry to Dublin bus arrive?

Derry-Londonderry to Dublin bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Busaras Bus Station.

Where does the Derry-Londonderry to Dublin train arrive?

Derry-Londonderry to Dublin train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.

Can I drive from Derry-Londonderry to Dublin?

Yes, the driving distance between Derry-Londonderry to Dublin is 229 km. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Derry-Londonderry to Dublin.

Where can I stay near Dublin?

There are 1247+ hotels available in Dublin.

Derry-Londonderry to Dublin - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Derry-Londonderry to Dublin by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from North West Transport Hub to Dublin Busaras Bus Stationbus X4 / ...
4h 20m
Bus via The Gresham Hotel
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Derry Foyleside to The Gresham Hotelbus 705x
4h 53m
€21–29
Train
1. Take the train from Londonderry to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
4h 42m
€38–54
Drive 229.4 km
1. Drive from Derry-Londonderry to Dublincar 229.4 km
2h 53m
€41–59

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Distance: 248.6 km
Duration: 4h 20m

What companies run services between Derry-Londonderry, Northern Ireland and Dublin, Ireland?

Translink operates a bus from North West Transport Hub to Dublin Busaras Bus Station every 4 hours, and the journey takes 4h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Londonderry to Dublin Connolly via Belfast Grand Central in around 4h 42m.

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