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

The cheapest way to get from Donegal to Dublin is to bus which costs €27 - €40 and takes 4h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Donegal to Dublin is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Donegal and Dublin?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Donegal and arriving at Dublin Busáras. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Donegal to Dublin?

The distance between Donegal and Dublin is 246 km. The road distance is 220.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Donegal to Dublin without a car is to bus which takes 4h 8m and costs €27 - €40.

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

The bus from Donegal to Dublin Busáras takes 4h 8m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Donegal to Dublin bus from?

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

Where does the Donegal to Dublin bus arrive?

Donegal to Dublin bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Dublin Busáras station.

Can I drive from Donegal to Dublin?

Yes, the driving distance between Donegal to Dublin is 220 km. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Donegal to Dublin.

Where can I stay near Dublin?

There are 1058+ hotels available in Dublin.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Donegal to Dublin by bus, train, car, or plane

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 Dublin Busáras30
4h 8m
€27–40
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Donegal to Sligo Bus Station64
2. Take the train from Sligo to Dublin ConnollyRe / ...
5h 11m
€26–46
Drive 220.1 km
1. Drive from Donegal to Dublin220.1 km
2h 49m
€37–54
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Donegal to An Clochán Liath
2. Fly from Donegal Airport (CFN) to Dublin Airport (DUB)CFN - DUB
5h 24m
€55–366
Bus via Enniskillen
1. Take the bus from Donegal to Enniskillen30
2. Take the bus from Enniskillen Bus Station to Dublin Busaras Bus Station30 / ...
4h 58m

Donegal to Dublin by bus

91Weekly Buses

4h 8mAverage Duration

€27Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Donegal to Dublin.

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Distance: 245.8 km
Duration: 4h 8m

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

Expressway (Bus Éireann) operates a bus from Donegal to Dublin Busáras hourly. Tickets cost €27–40 and the journey takes 4h 8m.

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