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

The cheapest way to get from Castlebar to Donegal is to bus via Kilkelly which costs €19 - €40 and takes 4h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castlebar to Donegal is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Castlebar and Donegal?

No, there is no direct bus from Castlebar to Donegal. However, there are services departing from Castlebar and arriving at Donegal via Claremorris. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Castlebar to Donegal?

The distance between Castlebar and Donegal is 170 km. The road distance is 148.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Castlebar to Donegal without a car is to bus which takes 3h 50m and costs €24 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Castlebar to Donegal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castlebar to Donegal bus from?

Castlebar to Donegal bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Castlebar station.

Where does the Castlebar to Donegal bus arrive?

Castlebar to Donegal bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Claremorris station.

Can I drive from Castlebar to Donegal?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlebar to Donegal is 149 km. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Castlebar to Donegal.

Where can I stay near Donegal?

There are 354+ hotels available in Donegal.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Castlebar to Donegal by bus, car, or train

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 Castlebar to Claremorrisbus 430 / ...
2. Take the bus from Claremorris to Donegalbus 964
3h 50m
€24–39
Bus via Kilkelly
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Castlebar to Kilkellybus 440
2. Take the bus from Kilkelly N17 to Donegalbus 64
4h 42m
€19–37
Drive 148.7 km
1. Drive from Castlebar to Donegalcar 148.7 km
1h 54m
€26–37
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Castlebar to Ballinatrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Ballina Humbrt to Ash Lanebus
3. Take the bus from Ash Lane to Donegalbus 964
4h 30m

Castlebar to Donegal by bus

25Weekly Buses

3h 50mAverage Duration

€24Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Castlebar to Donegal.

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Distance: 170.3 km
Duration: 3h 50m

What companies run services between Castlebar, Ireland and Donegal, Ulster, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Castlebar to Donegal via Claremorris in around 3h 50m.

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