What is the cheapest way to get from Dundalk to Ballybofey?

The cheapest way to get from Dundalk to Ballybofey is to drive which costs €25 - €40 and takes 1h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dundalk to Ballybofey?

The fastest way to get from Dundalk to Ballybofey is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Dundalk and Ballybofey?

No, there is no direct bus from Dundalk to Ballybofey. However, there are services departing from Saint Malachy's Vil and arriving at Ballybofey via Ardee, Ardee N33 and Letterkenny Bus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Dundalk to Ballybofey?

The distance between Dundalk and Ballybofey is 265 km. The road distance is 143.7 km.

How do I travel from Dundalk to Ballybofey without a car?

The best way to get from Dundalk to Ballybofey without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 24m and costs €30 - €45.

How long does it take to get from Dundalk to Ballybofey?

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Dundalk to Ballybofey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Ballybofey bus from?

Dundalk to Ballybofey bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Ardee N33 station.

Where does the Dundalk to Ballybofey bus arrive?

Dundalk to Ballybofey bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Letterkenny Bus station.

Can I drive from Dundalk to Ballybofey?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundalk to Ballybofey is 144 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Dundalk to Ballybofey.

Where can I stay near Ballybofey?

There are 121+ hotels available in Ballybofey.

Dundalk to Ballybofey - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dundalk to Ballybofey by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Dundalk to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 7 to Foyle Street Bus Stationbus 212 / ...
3. Take the bus from Derry Bus Station to Ballybofeybus 64
5h 24m
€30–43
Drive 143.7 km
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1. Drive from Dundalk to Ballybofeycar 143.7 km
1h 55m
€26–37
Train, bus via Londonderry County Borough
1. Take the train from Dundalk to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Londonderrytrain Re
3. Take the bus from Derry Bus Station to Ballybofeybus 64
6h 13m
€48–69
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ardee N33 to Letterkenny Busbus 32
6h 22m
€52–75

Dundalk to Ballybofey by train and bus

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5h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 264.6 km
Duration: 5h 24m

What companies run services between Dundalk, Ireland and Ballybofey, Ireland?

Expressway (Bus Éireann) operates a bus from Ardee N33 to Letterkenny Bus every 2 hours. Tickets cost €21–30 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Mc Ginley Coach Travel also services this route every 4 hours.

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