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

The cheapest way to get from Maynooth to Buncrana is to bus which costs €30 - €40 and takes 6h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maynooth to Buncrana is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Maynooth and Buncrana?

No, there is no direct bus from Maynooth to Buncrana. However, there are services departing from Drumcondra Stn and arriving at Cockhill Rd via Airport Zone 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Maynooth and Buncrana?

No, there is no direct train from Maynooth to Buncrana. However, there are services departing from Maynooth and arriving at Londonderry via Dublin Connolly and Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

How far is it from Maynooth to Buncrana?

The distance between Maynooth and Buncrana is 381 km. The road distance is 239.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Maynooth to Buncrana without a car is to bus which takes 6h 34m and costs €30 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 6h 19m to get from Maynooth to Buncrana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maynooth to Buncrana bus from?

Maynooth to Buncrana bus services, operated by Mc Ginley Coach Travel, depart from Airport Zone 16 station.

Where do I catch the Maynooth to Buncrana train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Maynooth to Buncrana?

The best way to get from Maynooth to Buncrana is to train which takes 6h 19m and costs €45 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €40 and takes 6h 34m, you could also fly, which costs €100 - €370 and takes 6h 33m.

Where does the Maynooth to Buncrana bus arrive?

Maynooth to Buncrana bus services, operated by Mc Ginley Coach Travel, arrive at Cockhill Rd station.

Where does the Maynooth to Buncrana train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Maynooth to Buncrana?

Yes, the driving distance between Maynooth to Buncrana is 239 km. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Maynooth to Buncrana.

Where can I stay near Buncrana?

There are 393+ hotels available in Buncrana.

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There are 5 ways to get from Maynooth to Buncrana by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Londonderrytrain Re / ...
6h 19m
€46–66
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Airport Zone 16 to Cockhill Rdbus 933 / ...
6h 34m
€31–38
Drive 239.3 km
1. Drive from Maynooth to Buncranacar 239.3 km
3h 30m
€42–60
Fly
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to City Of Derry Airport (LDY)plane DUB - LDY
6h 33m
€101–365
Bus via Letterkenny Bus
1. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Letterkenny Busbus 32
2. Take the bus from Letterkenny Bus to Buncranabus 951
8h 18m
€33–49

Maynooth to Buncrana by train and bus

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Distance: 381.2 km
Duration: 6h 19m

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

You can take a train from Maynooth to Buncrana via Dublin Connolly, Belfast Grand Central, and Londonderry in around 6h 19m. Alternatively, Mc Ginley Coach Travel operates a bus from Airport Zone 16 to Cockhill Rd 4 times a day. Tickets cost €25–30 and the journey takes 4h 15m.

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