What is the cheapest way to get from Newcastle, County Down to Donegal?

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle, County Down to Donegal is to bus which costs €22 - €28 and takes 6h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newcastle, County Down to Donegal?

The fastest way to get from Newcastle, County Down to Donegal is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle, County Down and Donegal?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle, County Down station to Donegal. However, there are services departing from Newcastle Bus Station and arriving at Donegal via Grand Central Station Stand 7 and Derry Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from Newcastle, County Down to Donegal?

The distance between Newcastle, County Down and Donegal is 249 km. The road distance is 175.6 km.

How do I travel from Newcastle, County Down to Donegal without a car?

The best way to get from Newcastle, County Down to Donegal without a car is to bus via Londonderry County Borough which takes 6h 8m and costs €23 - €35.

How long does it take to get from Newcastle, County Down to Donegal?

It takes approximately 6h 8m to get from Newcastle, County Down to Donegal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle, County Down to Donegal bus from?

Newcastle, County Down to Donegal bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Newcastle Bus Station.

Where does the Newcastle, County Down to Donegal bus arrive?

Newcastle, County Down to Donegal bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Grand Central Station Stand 21.

Can I drive from Newcastle, County Down to Donegal?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle, County Down to Donegal is 176 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Newcastle, County Down to Donegal.

Where can I stay near Donegal?

There are 344+ hotels available in Donegal.

Newcastle, County Down to Donegal - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Newcastle, County Down to Donegal by bus, car, or train

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Bus via Londonderry County Borough
best
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 21bus 520 / ...
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 7 to Foyle Street Bus Stationbus 212 / ...
3. Take the bus from Derry Bus Station to Donegalbus 64
6h 8m
€23–32
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 21bus 520 / ...
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 14 to Enniskillen Bus Stationbus 261
3. Take the bus from Enniskillen Bus to Donegalbus 30
6h 45m
€22–28
Drive 175.6 km
1. Drive from Newcastle, County Down to Donegalcar 175.6 km
2h 18m
€32–46
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 21bus 520 / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Londonderrytrain Re
3. Take the bus from Derry Bus Station to Donegalbus 64
6h 57m
€41–58

Newcastle, County Down to Donegal by foot and bus

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Distance: 248.6 km
Duration: 6h 8m

What companies run services between Newcastle, County Down, Northern Ireland and Donegal, Ulster, Ireland?

You can take a vehicle from Newcastle, County Down to Donegal via Newcastle Bus Station, Grand Central Station Stand 21, Grand Central Station Stand 7, and Derry Bus Station in around 6h 8m.

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