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

The cheapest way to get from Donegal to Balbriggan is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Donegal to Balbriggan is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Donegal and Balbriggan?

No, there is no direct bus from Donegal to Balbriggan. However, there are services departing from Donegal and arriving at Balbriggan via Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Donegal to Balbriggan?

The distance between Donegal and Balbriggan is 257 km. The road distance is 201.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Donegal to Balbriggan without a car is to bus which takes 4h 34m and costs €35 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Donegal to Balbriggan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Donegal to Balbriggan bus from?

Donegal to Balbriggan bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Donegal station.

Where does the Donegal to Balbriggan bus arrive?

Donegal to Balbriggan bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Terminal 2 Zone 19 station.

Can I drive from Donegal to Balbriggan?

Yes, the driving distance between Donegal to Balbriggan is 201 km. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Donegal to Balbriggan.

Where can I stay near Balbriggan?

There are 161+ hotels available in Balbriggan.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Donegal to Terminal 2 Zone 19bus 30
4h 34m
€40–53
Drive 201.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Donegal to Balbriggancar 201.4 km
2h 34m
€35–50
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Donegal to Sligo Bus Stnbus 64
2. Take the train from Sligo to Dublin Connollytrain Ic
5h 50m
€36–54
Bus via Enniskillen
1. Take the bus from Donegal to Enniskillenbus 30
2. Take the bus from Enniskillen Bus Station to Dublin Airport T2bus 30
5h 30m

Donegal to Balbriggan by bus

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4h 34mAverage Duration

€40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 256.9 km
Duration: 4h 34m

What companies run services between Donegal, Ulster, Ireland and Balbriggan, Ireland?

Expressway (Bus Éireann) operates a bus from Donegal to Terminal 2 Zone 19 hourly. Tickets cost €26–40 and the journey takes 3h 43m.

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