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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Letterkenny is to train and line 64 bus which costs €23 - €35 and takes 4h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Letterkenny is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Letterkenny?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast station to Letterkenny station. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Station Stand 21 and arriving at Letterkenny Bus Station via Ballygawley Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Belfast to Letterkenny?

The distance between Belfast and Letterkenny is 171 km. The road distance is 144.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Letterkenny without a car is to bus which takes 3h 13m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Belfast to Letterkenny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Letterkenny bus from?

Belfast to Letterkenny bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Grand Central Station Stand 21.

Where does the Belfast to Letterkenny bus arrive?

Belfast to Letterkenny bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Ballygawley Park and Ride station.

Can I drive from Belfast to Letterkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Letterkenny is 144 km. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Belfast to Letterkenny.

Where can I stay near Letterkenny?

There are 168+ hotels available in Letterkenny.

Belfast to Letterkenny - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 64 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Belfast to Letterkenny 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 Grand Central Station Stand 21 to Ballygawley Park and Ride261 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ballygawley Park and Ride to Letterkenny Bus Station32
3h 13m
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lanyon Place to Derry-Londonderry1 Gc->Ly / ...
2. Take the bus from Derry Londonderry Foyle Buscentre to Letterkenny Bus Station64
3h 26m
€23–40
Drive 144.4 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Letterkenny144.4 km
1h 39m
€26–37
Train, line 64 bus
1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Londonderry0
2. Take the bus from Ulsterbus Depot to ATU Letterkenny64
4h 10m
€24–34

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Distance: 170.9 km
Duration: 3h 13m

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

You can take a bus from Grand Central Station Stand 21 to Letterkenny Bus Station via Ballygawley Park and Ride in around 3h 13m.

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