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

The cheapest way to get from Donegal to Castletownbere is to bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which costs €55 - €85 and takes 11h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Donegal to Castletownbere is to drive which takes 6h 3m and costs €75 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Donegal and Castletownbere?

No, there is no direct bus from Donegal to Castletownbere. However, there are services departing from Donegal and arriving at Castletownbere via Galway Coach Station and Parnell Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 26m.

How far is it from Donegal to Castletownbere?

The distance between Donegal and Castletownbere is 529 km. The road distance is 461.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Donegal to Castletownbere without a car is to bus via Galway which takes 10h 26m and costs €55 - €90.

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

It takes approximately 10h 26m to get from Donegal to Castletownbere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Donegal to Castletownbere bus from?

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

Where does the Donegal to Castletownbere bus arrive?

Donegal to Castletownbere bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Galway Ceannt Station.

Can I drive from Donegal to Castletownbere?

Yes, the driving distance between Donegal to Castletownbere is 461 km. It takes approximately 6h 3m to drive from Donegal to Castletownbere.

Where can I stay near Castletownbere?

There are 97+ hotels available in Castletownbere.

Donegal to Castletownbere - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Donegal to Castletownbere 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 via Galway
best
1. Take the bus from Donegal to Galway Ceannt Stationbus 64
2. Take the bus from Galway Coach Station to Cork Anderson's Quaybus 251
3. Take the bus from Parnell Place to Castletownberebus 231
10h 26m
€56–88
Bus, train via Sligo
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 Corktrain 208 / ...
4. Take the bus from Parnell Place to Castletownberebus 231
11h 57m
€65–107
Drive 461.4 km
1. Drive from Donegal to Castletownberecar 461.4 km
6h 3m
€76–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Donegal to ATU Galwaybus 964
2. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Cork Anderson's Quaybus 251
3. Take the bus from Parnell Place to Castletownberebus 231
10h 40m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Donegal to Dublin Busárasbus 30
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Corktrain 208 / ...
3. Take the bus from Parnell Place to Castletownberebus 231
10h 54m
€67–98
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the bus from Donegal to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19bus 30
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 20 to Cork Alfred Streetbus
3. Take the bus from Parnell Place to Castletownberebus 231
11h 10m
€59–82

Donegal to Castletownbere by bus

24Weekly Buses

10h 26mAverage Duration

€56Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Donegal to Castletownbere.

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Distance: 528.5 km
Duration: 10h 26m

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

You can take a bus from Donegal to Castletownbere via Galway Ceannt Station, Galway Coach Station, Cork Anderson's Quay, and Parnell Place in around 10h 26m.

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