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

The cheapest way to get from Castlewellan to Letterkenny is to drive which costs €29 - €45 and takes 2h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castlewellan to Letterkenny is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Castlewellan and Letterkenny?

No, there is no direct bus from Castlewellan to Letterkenny station. However, there are services departing from Castlewellan Upper Square and arriving at Letterkenny Bus Station via Main Street, Grand Central Bus Stand 15 and Ballygawley Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Castlewellan to Letterkenny?

The distance between Castlewellan and Letterkenny is 218 km. The road distance is 168.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Castlewellan to Letterkenny without a car is to line 520 bus and bus via Aughnacloy which takes 5h 31m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Castlewellan to Letterkenny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castlewellan to Letterkenny bus from?

Castlewellan to Letterkenny bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Main Street station.

Where does the Castlewellan to Letterkenny bus arrive?

Castlewellan to Letterkenny bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Grand Central Bus Stand 14 station.

Can I drive from Castlewellan to Letterkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlewellan to Letterkenny is 168 km. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Castlewellan to Letterkenny.

Where can I stay near Letterkenny?

There are 167+ hotels available in Letterkenny.

Castlewellan to Letterkenny - 5 ways to travel via train, line 520 bus, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Castlewellan 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.

Line 520 bus, bus via Aughnacloy
best
1. Take the bus from Main Street to Grand Central Bus Stand 14520 / ...
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 15 to Ballygawley Park and Ride261 / ...
3. Take the bus from Ballygawley Park and Ride to Letterkenny Bus Station32
5h 31m
Drive 168.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Castlewellan to Letterkenny168.2 km
2h 5m
€30–43
Line 520 bus, train via Belfast
1. Take the bus from Main Street to Bedford Street520 / ...
2. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Derry-Londonderry1 Gc->Ly
6h 9m
Line 520 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Main Street to Grand Central Bus Stand 14520 / ...
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 12 to Derry Londonderry Bus Station212 / ...
5h 50m
Line 520 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Main Street to Grand Central Bus Stand 14520 / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Londonderry0
6h 9m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 217.6 km
Duration: 5h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Castlewellan Upper Square to Letterkenny Bus Station via Main Street, Grand Central Bus Stand 15, and Ballygawley Park and Ride in around 5h 31m.

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