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

The cheapest way to get from Ballycastle to Donegal is to drive which costs €25 - €40 and takes 2h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballycastle to Donegal is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Ballycastle and Donegal?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballycastle to Donegal. However, there are services departing from Market Street and arriving at Donegal via Coleraine Buscentre and Ulsterbus Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

How far is it from Ballycastle to Donegal?

The distance between Ballycastle and Donegal is 178 km. The road distance is 144.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballycastle to Donegal without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 14m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Ballycastle to Donegal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballycastle to Donegal bus from?

Ballycastle to Donegal bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Market Street station.

Where does the Ballycastle to Donegal bus arrive?

Ballycastle to Donegal bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Coleraine Buscentre station.

Can I drive from Ballycastle to Donegal?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballycastle to Donegal is 145 km. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Ballycastle to Donegal.

Where can I stay near Donegal?

There are 307+ hotels available in Donegal.

Ballycastle to Donegal - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Ballycastle to Donegal 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, train
best
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Coleraine Buscentrebus 171 / ...
2. Take the train from Coleraine to Derry-Londonderrytrain
3. Take the bus from Ulsterbus Depot to Donegalbus 64
5h 14m
Drive 144.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballycastle to Donegalcar 144.5 km
2h 5m
€26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Coleraine Buscentrebus 171 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Derry Londonderry Bus Stationbus 234
3. Take the bus from Ulsterbus Depot to Donegalbus 64
5h 44m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ballycastle to Donegal.

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Distance: 178.1 km
Duration: 5h 14m

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

You can take a bus from Market Street to Donegal via Coleraine Buscentre and Ulsterbus Depot in around 5h 44m.

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