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

The cheapest way to get from Donegal to Athy is to bus and train which costs €35 - €50 and takes 6h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Donegal to Athy is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Donegal and Athy?

No, there is no direct bus from Donegal to Athy. However, there are services departing from Donegal and arriving at Barrow Quay via Dublin Airport Zone 16 and Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

How far is it from Donegal to Athy?

The distance between Donegal and Athy is 320 km. The road distance is 246.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Donegal to Athy without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 9m and costs €35 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Donegal to Athy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Donegal to Athy bus from?

Donegal to Athy bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Donegal station.

Where does the Donegal to Athy bus arrive?

Donegal to Athy bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19 station.

Can I drive from Donegal to Athy?

Yes, the driving distance between Donegal to Athy is 247 km. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Donegal to Athy.

Where can I stay near Athy?

There are 136+ hotels available in Athy.

Donegal to Athy - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Donegal to Athy 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, train
best
1. Take the bus from Donegal to Dublin Busárasbus 30
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athytrain Re / ...
6h 9m
€36–49
Bus, train via Sligo
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Donegal to Sligo Bus Stationbus 64
2. Take the train from Sligo to Dublin Connollytrain Re / ...
3. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athytrain Re / ...
7h 12m
€34–58
Drive 246.5 km
1. Drive from Donegal to Athycar 246.5 km
3h 26m
€42–61
Bus
1. Take the bus from Donegal to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19bus 30
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Kildarebus 726
7h 16m
€40–56
Bus via Enniskillen
1. Take the bus from Donegal to Enniskillenbus 30
2. Take the bus from Enniskillen Bus Station to Dublin Busaras Bus Stationbus 30 / ...
3. Take the bus from Connolly Station to Athybus 130
7h 46m

Donegal to Athy by bus, tram, and train

66Weekly Services

6h 9mAverage Duration

€36Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 320.3 km
Duration: 6h 9m

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

You can take a bus from Donegal to Barrow Quay via Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19, Dublin Airport Zone 16, and Kildare in around 7h 16m.

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