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

The cheapest way to get from Carrickfergus to Donegal is to drive which costs €30 - €45 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carrickfergus to Donegal is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Carrickfergus and Donegal?

No, there is no direct bus from Carrickfergus to Donegal. However, there are services departing from Joymount and arriving at Donegal Abbey Hotel via Grand Central Station Stand 21 and Enniskillen Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

How far is it from Carrickfergus to Donegal?

The distance between Carrickfergus and Donegal is 246 km. The road distance is 170.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Carrickfergus to Donegal without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 8m and costs €30 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Carrickfergus to Donegal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carrickfergus to Donegal bus from?

Carrickfergus to Donegal bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Grand Central Station Stand 21.

Where does the Carrickfergus to Donegal bus arrive?

Carrickfergus to Donegal bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Enniskillen Bus Station.

Can I drive from Carrickfergus to Donegal?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrickfergus to Donegal is 171 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Carrickfergus to Donegal.

Where can I stay near Donegal?

There are 308+ hotels available in Donegal.

Carrickfergus to Donegal - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Carrickfergus 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 Yorkgate to Derry-Londonderry1 Gc->Ly / ...
2. Take the bus from Derry Londonderry Foyle Buscentre to Donegal Abbey Hotel64
5h 8m
€33–55
Drive 170.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Carrickfergus to Donegal170.6 km
2h 19m
€31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 21 to Enniskillen Bus Station261 / ...
2. Take the bus from Enniskillen Bus Station to Donegal Abbey Hotel30
5h 44m
Train, bus via Belfast Grand Central
1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Londonderry0
2. Take the bus from Derry Londonderry Foyle Buscentre to Donegal Abbey Hotel64
5h 58m
€33–56

Carrickfergus to Donegal by train, foot, and bus

144Weekly Services

5h 8mAverage Duration

€33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 245.6 km
Duration: 5h 8m

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

You can take a bus from Joymount to Donegal Abbey Hotel via Donegall Place, Grand Central Station Stand 21, and Enniskillen Bus Station in around 5h 44m.

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