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How to get fromDonegal to Thurlesby bus, train, or car

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There are 5 ways to get from Donegal to Thurles by bus, train, or car

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  1. Bus, train

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    1. Take the bus from Donegal to Dublin Busárasbus bus 30
    2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Thurlestrain train Ic / ...
    5h 54m
    €41–57

  2. Bus, train via Sligo

    1. Take the bus from Donegal to Sligo Bus Stnbus bus 64
    2. Take the train from Sligo to Dublin Connollytrain train Ic
    3. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Thurlestrain train Ic / ...
    6h 45m
    €45–68

  3. Drive 262.2 km

    1. Drive from Donegal to Thurlescar car 262.2 km
    3h 39m
    €45–65

  4. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Donegal to Cavan Bus Stnbus bus 30
    2. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Stn to Athlone Stnbus bus 466
    3. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Thurlesbus bus 850
    8h 29m
    €48–64

  5. Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)

    1. Take the bus from Donegal to Terminal 2 Zone 19bus bus 30
    2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 16 to Portlaoise JFL Avebus bus 726
    3. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Thurlesbus bus 858
    8h 32m
    €42–59

Donegal to Thurles by bus, tram, and train

Calendar91Weekly Services
Duration5h 54mAverage Duration
Ticket€41Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 387.4 km
  • Duration: 5h 54m

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

You can take a bus from Donegal to Thurles via Cavan Bus Stn and Athlone Stn in around 8h 29m.

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