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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Donegal is to drive which costs €24 - €40 and takes 1h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Donegal is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs €24 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Donegal?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Donegal. However, there are services departing from The State and arriving at Donegal via Coleraine Buscentre and Ulsterbus Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Donegal?

The distance between Ballymena and Donegal is 181 km. The road distance is 141.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Donegal without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h and costs €22 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Ballymena to Donegal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Donegal bus from?

Ballymena to Donegal bus services, operated by Translink, depart from The State station.

Where does the Ballymena to Donegal bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballymena to Donegal?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Donegal is 141 km. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Ballymena to Donegal.

Where can I stay near Donegal?

There are 303+ hotels available in Donegal.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Ballymena to Donegal by train, bus, 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Derry-Londonderrytrain 1_Gc->Ly
2. Take the bus from Ulsterbus Depot to Donegalbus 64
4h
€23–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from The State to Coleraine Buscentrebus 218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Derry Londonderry Bus Stationbus 234
3. Take the bus from Ulsterbus Depot to Donegalbus 64
5h 25m
Drive 141.5 km
1. Drive from Ballymena to Donegalcar 141.5 km
1h 54m
€25–36

Ballymena to Donegal by train, foot, and bus

60Weekly Services

4hAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ballymena to Donegal.

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Distance: 180.8 km
Duration: 4h

What companies run services between Ballymena, Mid and East Antrim, Northern Ireland and Donegal, Ulster, Ireland?

You can take a bus from The State to Donegal via Coleraine Buscentre and Ulsterbus Depot in around 5h 25m.

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