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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Ardara is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Ardara is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Ardara?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast station to Ardara. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Station Stand 7 and arriving at Ardara via Ulsterbus Depot and Letterkenny Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

How far is it from Belfast to Ardara?

The distance between Belfast and Ardara is 205 km. The road distance is 186.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Ardara without a car is to bus via Letterkenny which takes 5h 33m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Belfast to Ardara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Ardara bus from?

Belfast to Ardara bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Grand Central Station Stand 7.

Where does the Belfast to Ardara bus arrive?

Belfast to Ardara bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Foyle Street Bus Station.

Can I drive from Belfast to Ardara?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Ardara is 186 km. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Belfast to Ardara.

Where can I stay near Ardara?

There are 312+ hotels available in Ardara.

Belfast to Ardara - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Belfast to Ardara 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 via Letterkenny
best
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 7 to Foyle Street Bus Stationbus 212 / ...
2. Take the bus from Letterkenny Bus Station to Ardarabus 991
5h 33m
Drive 186.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Belfast to Ardaracar 186.4 km
2h 31m
€32–47
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lanyon Place to Derry-Londonderrytrain Rail
2. Take the bus from Letterkenny Bus Station to Ardarabus 991
5h 52m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 7 to Foyle Street Bus Stationbus 212 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ulsterbus Depot to Donegalbus 64
3. Take the bus from Donegal to Ardarabus 492
6h 11m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Belfast to Ardara.

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Distance: 205.3 km
Duration: 5h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Grand Central Station Stand 7 to Ardara via Ulsterbus Depot and Letterkenny Bus Station in around 5h 33m.

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