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

The cheapest way to get from Dundalk to Buncrana is to drive which costs €28 - €45 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dundalk to Buncrana is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Dundalk and Buncrana?

No, there is no direct bus from Dundalk to Buncrana. However, there are services departing from Stapleton Place and arriving at Cockhill Rd via Airport Zone 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Dundalk and Buncrana?

No, there is no direct train from Dundalk to Buncrana. However, there are services departing from Dundalk and arriving at Londonderry via Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Dundalk to Buncrana?

The distance between Dundalk and Buncrana is 269 km. The road distance is 170.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Dundalk to Buncrana without a car is to bus which takes 6h 31m and costs €40 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Dundalk to Buncrana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Buncrana bus from?

Dundalk to Buncrana bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Stapleton Place station.

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Buncrana train from?

Dundalk to Buncrana train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Dundalk station.

Train or bus from Dundalk to Buncrana?

The best way to get from Dundalk to Buncrana is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs €35 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €55 and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Dundalk to Buncrana bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dundalk to Buncrana train arrive?

Dundalk to Buncrana train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.

Can I drive from Dundalk to Buncrana?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundalk to Buncrana is 170 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Dundalk to Buncrana.

Where can I stay near Buncrana?

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Dundalk to Buncrana - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Dundalk to Buncrana by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dundalk to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Londonderrytrain Re / ...
4h 13m
€35–51
Drive 170.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Dundalk to Buncranacar 170.3 km
2h 23m
€29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stapleton Place to Terminal 2 Zone 19bus 100X
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 16 to Cockhill Rdbus 933 / ...
6h 31m
€40–50

Dundalk to Buncrana by bus and foot

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Distance: 268.9 km
Duration: 4h 13m

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

You can take a train from Dundalk to Buncrana via Belfast Grand Central and Londonderry in around 4h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stapleton Place to Cockhill Rd via Terminal 2 Zone 19 and Airport Zone 16 in around 6h 31m.

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