What is the cheapest way to get from Londonderry to Swords?

The cheapest way to get from Londonderry to Swords is to bus via Gardiner St Lwr which costs €24 - €35 and takes 5h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Londonderry to Swords?

The fastest way to get from Londonderry to Swords is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Londonderry and Swords?

No, there is no direct bus from Londonderry to Swords. However, there are services departing from North West Transport Hub and arriving at Swords Castle via Airport Zone 15. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Londonderry and Swords?

No, there is no direct train from Londonderry to Swords. However, there are services departing from Londonderry and arriving at Drogheda via Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Londonderry to Swords?

The distance between Londonderry and Swords is 242 km. The road distance is 213.7 km.

How do I travel from Londonderry to Swords without a car?

The best way to get from Londonderry to Swords without a car is to bus which takes 4h 19m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Londonderry to Swords?

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Londonderry to Swords, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Londonderry to Swords bus from?

Londonderry to Swords bus services, operated by Translink, depart from North West Transport Hub station.

Where do I catch the Londonderry to Swords train from?

Londonderry to Swords train services, operated by Translink, depart from Londonderry station.

Train or bus from Londonderry to Swords?

The best way to get from Londonderry to Swords is to bus which takes 4h 19m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €45 - €70 and takes 5h 16m.

Where does the Londonderry to Swords bus arrive?

Londonderry to Swords bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Airport T2 station.

Where does the Londonderry to Swords train arrive?

Londonderry to Swords train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.

Can I drive from Londonderry to Swords?

Yes, the driving distance between Londonderry to Swords is 214 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Londonderry to Swords.

Where can I stay near Swords?

There are 1196+ hotels available in Swords.

Londonderry to Swords - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Londonderry to Swords by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from North West Transport Hub to Dublin Airport T2bus X4 / ...
4h 19m
Bus via Gardiner St Lwr
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Derry Foyleside to The Gresham Hotelbus 705x
5h 45m
€24–31
Train
1. Take the train from Londonderry to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Droghedatrain Ic / ...
5h 16m
€47–66
Drive 213.7 km
1. Drive from Londonderry to Swordscar 213.7 km
2h 40m
€38–55

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Distance: 242.1 km
Duration: 4h 19m

What companies run services between Londonderry, Northern Ireland and Swords, Ireland?

Translink operates a bus from North West Transport Hub to Dublin Airport T2 every 4 hours, and the journey takes 3h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Londonderry to Seatown via Belfast Grand Central, Drogheda, and Drogheda Stn in around 5h 16m.

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