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

The cheapest way to get from Donegal to Carrickfergus is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Donegal to Carrickfergus is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Donegal and Carrickfergus?

No, there is no direct bus from Donegal to Carrickfergus. However, there are services departing from Donegal and arriving at Joymount via Foyle Street Bus Station and St Paul's. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Donegal to Carrickfergus?

The distance between Donegal and Carrickfergus is 137 miles. The road distance is 105.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Donegal to Carrickfergus without a car is to bus which takes 4h 43m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Donegal to Carrickfergus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Donegal to Carrickfergus bus from?

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

Where does the Donegal to Carrickfergus bus arrive?

Donegal to Carrickfergus bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Ulsterbus Depot station.

Can I drive from Donegal to Carrickfergus?

Yes, the driving distance between Donegal to Carrickfergus is 106 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Donegal to Carrickfergus.

Where can I stay near Carrickfergus?

There are 1179+ hotels available in Carrickfergus.

Donegal to Carrickfergus - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Donegal to Carrickfergus 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 Donegal to Ulsterbus Depotbus 64
2. Take the bus from Foyle Street Bus Station to Nelson Street Bus Lanebus 212 / ...
4h 43m
Drive 105.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Donegal to Carrickferguscar 105.2 mi
2h 22m
£26–37
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Donegal to Ulsterbus Depotbus 64
2. Take the train from Derry-Londonderry to Yorkgatetrain Derry-Londonderry - Belfast Great Central / ...
5h 14m
£29–49

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Donegal to Carrickfergus.

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Distance: 136.7 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

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

You can take a bus from Donegal to Joymount via Foyle Street Bus Station, Nelson Street Bus Lane, and St Paul's in around 4h 43m.

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