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

The cheapest way to get from Ennis to Donegal is to train and bus via Galway which costs €30 - €40 and takes 5h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ennis to Donegal is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Ennis and Donegal?

No, there is no direct bus from Ennis station to Donegal. However, there are services departing from Ennis Station and arriving at Donegal via Galway Cathdrl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Ennis to Donegal?

The distance between Ennis and Donegal is 283 km. The road distance is 249.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ennis to Donegal without a car is to train and bus via Galway which takes 5h 31m and costs €30 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Ennis to Donegal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ennis to Donegal bus from?

Ennis to Donegal bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Ennis Station.

Where does the Ennis to Donegal bus arrive?

Ennis to Donegal bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Galway Ceannt station.

Can I drive from Ennis to Donegal?

Yes, the driving distance between Ennis to Donegal is 250 km. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Ennis to Donegal.

Where can I stay near Donegal?

There are 343+ hotels available in Donegal.

Ennis to Donegal - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train, bus via Galway
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1. Take the train from Ennis to Galwaytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Galway Cathdrl to Donegalbus 964
5h 31m
€32–39
Drive 249.7 km
1. Drive from Ennis to Donegalcar 249.7 km
3h 2m
€44–63
Bus via Galway
1. Take the bus from Ennis Station to Galway Ceanntbus 51
2. Take the bus from Galway Cathdrl to Donegalbus 964
5h 36m
€38–48
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ennis to Galwaytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt to Donegalbus 64
6h 21m
€32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ennis Station to Galway Ceanntbus 51
2. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt to Donegalbus 64
6h 27m
€38–55

Ennis to Donegal by train, foot, and bus

16Weekly Services

5h 31mAverage Duration

€32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 282.9 km
Duration: 5h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Ennis Station to Donegal via Galway Ceannt and Galway Cathdrl in around 5h 36m.

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