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

The cheapest way to get from Donegal to Islay is to bus and fly which costs £180 - £750 and takes 9h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Donegal to Islay is to bus and fly which takes 9h 3m and costs £180 - £750.

How far is it from Donegal to Islay?

The distance between Donegal and Islay is 118 miles.

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

It takes approximately 9h 3m to get from Donegal to Islay, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Islay?

There are 44+ hotels available in Islay.

Donegal to Islay - one way to travel via bus, and plane

There is 1 way to get from Donegal to Islay by bus or plane

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Bus, fly
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1. Take the bus from Donegal to Ulsterbus Depot
2. Fly from City Of Derry Airport (LDY) to Islay (ILY)LDY - ILY
9h 3m
£188–718

City Of Derry Airport (LDY) to Islay (ILY) flights

9Weekly Planes

8hAverage Duration

£187Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Donegal to Islay.

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Distance: 116.8 mi
Duration: 9h 3m

What companies run services between Donegal, Ulster, Ireland and Islay, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Donegal to Islay. However, you can take the bus to Ulsterbus Depot, take the line 234 bus to City of Derry Airport, walk to City Of Derry Airport (LDY) airport, then fly to Islay (ILY).

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