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

The cheapest way to get from Donegal to Holyhead is to bus and ferry via Dublin Airport (DUB) which costs £65 - £90 and takes 8h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Donegal to Holyhead is to drive and car ferry which takes 6h 19m and costs £70 - £90.

How far is it from Donegal to Holyhead?

The distance between Donegal and Holyhead is 205 miles.

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

The best way to get from Donegal to Holyhead without a car is to bus and ferry via Dublin Airport (DUB) which takes 8h 45m and costs £65 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 6h 19m to get from Donegal to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 905+ hotels available in Holyhead.

Donegal to Holyhead - 5 ways to travel via train, car, car ferry, bus

There are 5 ways to get from Donegal to Holyhead by car, car ferry, bus, ferry, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Drive, car ferry
best
1. Drive from Donegal to Dublin Terminal 1
2. Take the car ferry from Dublin Terminal 1 to Holyhead
6h 19m
£70–86
Bus, ferry via Dublin Airport (DUB)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Donegal to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 1930
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to HolyheadDublin Ferryport B+I-Holyhead
8h 45m
£67–88
Bus, train, car ferry
1. Take the bus from Donegal to Sligo Bus Station64
2. Take the train from Sligo to Dublin ConnollyRe / ...
3. Take the car ferry from Dublin Terminal 1 to Holyhead
9h 45m
£72–92
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Donegal to Dublin Busáras30
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferry0
9h 6m
£80–115
Bus, ferry via Enniskillen
1. Take the bus from Donegal to Enniskillen30
2. Take the bus from Enniskillen Bus Station to Dublin Busaras Bus Station30 / ...
3. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferry0
9h 56m

Donegal to Holyhead by bus, foot, and ferry

21Weekly Services

8h 45mAverage Duration

£67Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Donegal to Holyhead.

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Distance: 203.4 mi
Duration: 6h 19m

What companies run services between Donegal, Ulster, Ireland and Holyhead, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Donegal to Holyhead. However, you can drive to Dublin Terminal 1 then take the car ferry to Holyhead. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Donegal to Holyhead via Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19, Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 21, The Point, and Dublin Ferryport B+I in around 8h 45m.

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