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

The cheapest way to get from Donegal to Kildare is to bus which costs €35 - €50 and takes 5h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Donegal to Kildare is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Donegal and Kildare?

No, there is no direct bus from Donegal to Kildare. However, there are services departing from Donegal and arriving at Kildare via Dublin Airport Zone 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

How far is it from Donegal to Kildare?

The distance between Donegal and Kildare is 298 km. The road distance is 227.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Donegal to Kildare without a car is to bus which takes 5h 46m and costs €35 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 46m to get from Donegal to Kildare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Donegal to Kildare bus from?

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

Where does the Donegal to Kildare bus arrive?

Donegal to Kildare bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19 station.

Can I drive from Donegal to Kildare?

Yes, the driving distance between Donegal to Kildare is 228 km. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Donegal to Kildare.

Where can I stay near Kildare?

There are 132+ hotels available in Kildare.

Donegal to Kildare - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Donegal to Kildare 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 Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 1930
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Kildare726
5h 46m
€36–50
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Donegal to Sligo Bus Station64
2. Take the train from Sligo to Dublin ConnollyRe / ...
3. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to KildareRe / ...
6h 15m
€32–56
Drive 227.5 km
1. Drive from Donegal to Kildare227.5 km
3h 7m
€38–55
Bus 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 bus from Connolly Station to Kildare126
7h 50m

Donegal to Kildare by bus and foot

91Weekly Services

5h 46mAverage Duration

€36Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Donegal to Kildare.

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Distance: 298.2 km
Duration: 5h 46m

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

You can take a bus from Donegal to Kildare via Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19 and Dublin Airport Zone 16 in around 5h 46m.

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