What is the cheapest way to get from Dublin to Ballyliffin?

The cheapest way to get from Dublin to Ballyliffin is to bus which costs €28 - €40 and takes 5h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dublin to Ballyliffin?

The fastest way to get from Dublin to Ballyliffin is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Dublin and Ballyliffin?

No, there is no direct bus from Dublin to Ballyliffin. However, there are services departing from Parnell Square Nth and arriving at Ballyliffin via Letterkenny Bus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Dublin to Ballyliffin?

The distance between Dublin and Ballyliffin is 370 km. The road distance is 269.8 km.

How do I travel from Dublin to Ballyliffin without a car?

The best way to get from Dublin to Ballyliffin without a car is to bus which takes 5h 50m and costs €28 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Dublin to Ballyliffin?

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Dublin to Ballyliffin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dublin to Ballyliffin bus from?

Dublin to Ballyliffin bus services, operated by Mc Ginley Coach Travel, depart from Parnell Square Nth station.

Where does the Dublin to Ballyliffin bus arrive?

Dublin to Ballyliffin bus services, operated by Mc Ginley Coach Travel, arrive at Letterkenny Bus station.

Can I drive from Dublin to Ballyliffin?

Yes, the driving distance between Dublin to Ballyliffin is 270 km. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Dublin to Ballyliffin.

Where can I stay near Ballyliffin?

There are 398+ hotels available in Ballyliffin.

Dublin to Ballyliffin - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Dublin to Ballyliffin by train, car, or bus

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Train, drive
best
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Castlerocktrain Re
3. Drive from Castlerock to Ballyliffincar
5h 42m
€48–71
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Parnell Square Nth to Letterkenny Busbus 932 / ...
2. Take the bus from Letterkenny Bus to Ballyliffinbus 951
5h 50m
€29–38
Drive 269.8 km
1. Drive from Dublin to Ballyliffincar 269.8 km
3h 33m
€47–67
Bus via Dublin Busáras
1. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Letterkenny Busbus 32
2. Take the bus from Letterkenny Bus to Ballyliffinbus 951
6h 34m
€31–45
Bus via Londonderry County Borough
1. Take the bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Foyle Street Bus Stationbus X4 / ...
7h 1m

Dublin to Ballyliffin by bus

25Weekly Buses

5h 50mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 369.9 km
Duration: 5h 42m

What companies run services between Dublin, Ireland and Ballyliffin, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Parnell Square Nth to Ballyliffin via Letterkenny Bus in around 5h 50m.

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