What is the cheapest way to get from Ballintra to Belfast?

The cheapest way to get from Ballintra to Belfast is to bus and train which costs £24 - £35 and takes 4h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballintra to Belfast?

The fastest way to get from Ballintra to Belfast is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Ballintra and Belfast?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballintra to Belfast. However, there are services departing from Ballintra and arriving at Nelson Street Bus Lane via Derry Londonderry Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Ballintra to Belfast?

The distance between Ballintra and Belfast is 131 miles. The road distance is 101.5 miles.

How do I travel from Ballintra to Belfast without a car?

The best way to get from Ballintra to Belfast without a car is to bus which takes 4h 6m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Ballintra to Belfast?

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Ballintra to Belfast, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballintra to Belfast bus from?

Ballintra to Belfast bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Ballintra station.

Where does the Ballintra to Belfast bus arrive?

Ballintra to Belfast bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Ulsterbus Depot station.

Can I drive from Ballintra to Belfast?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballintra to Belfast is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Ballintra to Belfast.

Where can I stay near Belfast?

There are 1260+ hotels available in Belfast.

Ballintra to Belfast - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Ballintra to Belfast by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ballintra to Ulsterbus Depot480
2. Take the bus from Derry Londonderry Bus Station to Nelson Street Bus Lane212 / ...
4h 6m
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ballintra to Ulsterbus Depot480
2. Take the train from Derry-Londonderry to Lanyon Place2 Ly->Gc / ...
4h 43m
£24–35
Bus, train via Donegal Abbey Hotel
1. Take the bus from Donegal Abbey Hotel to Derry Londonderry Foyle Buscentre64
2. Take the train from Derry-Londonderry to Lanyon Place2 Ly->Gc / ...
5h 7m
£27–46
Drive 100.9 mi
1. Drive from Ballintra to Belfast100.9 mi
2h 4m
£26–37
Bus, train via Belfast Grand Central
1. Take the bus from Ballintra to Ulsterbus Depot480
2. Take the train from Londonderry to Belfast Grand Central0
5h 16m
£24–35

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 130.6 mi
Duration: 4h 6m

What companies run services between Ballintra, Ireland and Belfast, Northern Ireland?

You can take a bus from Ballintra to Nelson Street Bus Lane via Derry Londonderry Bus Station in around 4h 6m.

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