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

The cheapest way to get from Magherafelt to Donegal is to line 278 bus and bus which costs €22 - €28 and takes 4h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Magherafelt to Donegal is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs €20 - €30.

Is there a direct bus between Magherafelt and Donegal?

No, there is no direct bus from Magherafelt to Donegal. However, there are services departing from Union Road and arriving at Donegal via Dungannon Bus Station and Enniskillen Bus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Magherafelt to Donegal?

The distance between Magherafelt and Donegal is 183 km. The road distance is 112.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Magherafelt to Donegal without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 46m and costs €30 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Magherafelt to Donegal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Magherafelt to Donegal bus from?

Magherafelt to Donegal bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Union Road station.

Where does the Magherafelt to Donegal bus arrive?

Magherafelt to Donegal bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dungannon Bus Station.

Can I drive from Magherafelt to Donegal?

Yes, the driving distance between Magherafelt to Donegal is 113 km. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Magherafelt to Donegal.

Where can I stay near Donegal?

There are 341+ hotels available in Donegal.

Magherafelt to Donegal - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 278 bus

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Union Road to Coleraine Buscentrebus 278
2. Take the train from Coleraine to Londonderrytrain Re
3. Take the bus from Derry Bus Station to Donegalbus 64
4h 46m
€33–47
Drive 112.7 km
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1. Drive from Magherafelt to Donegalcar 112.7 km
1h 38m
€21–30
Line 278 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Union Road to Dungannon Bus Stationbus 278
2. Take the bus from Dungannon Bus Station to Enniskillen Bus Stationbus 261
3. Take the bus from Enniskillen Bus to Donegalbus 30
4h 58m
€22–28

Magherafelt to Donegal by bus and train

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4h 46mAverage Duration

€33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 183 km
Duration: 4h 46m

What companies run services between Magherafelt, Northern Ireland and Donegal, Ulster, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Union Road to Donegal via Dungannon Bus Station and Enniskillen Bus in around 4h 58m.

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