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How to get fromMagherafelt to Buncranaby bus, train, or car

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

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  1. Bus, train, drive

    best
    1. Take the bus from Union Road to Coleraine Buscentrebus bus 278
    2. Take the train from Coleraine to Londonderrytrain train Re
    3. Drive from Londonderry to Buncranacar car
    2h 22m

  2. Drive 82.5 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Magherafelt to Buncranacar car 82.5 km
    1h 9m
    €15–21

  3. Bus, drive

    1. Take the bus from Castledawson Park & Ride to Ulster University Magee Campusbus bus 290q
    2. Drive from Ulster University Magee Campus to Buncranacar car
    2h 30m

Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 124.3 km
  • Duration: 2h 22m

What companies run services between Magherafelt, Northern Ireland and Buncrana, Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Magherafelt to Buncrana. However, you can take the bus to Coleraine Buscentre, walk to Coleraine, take the train to Londonderry, then drive to Buncrana. Alternatively, you can drive from Magherafelt to Buncrana in around 1h 9m.

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