What is the cheapest way to get from Downpatrick to Letterkenny?

The cheapest way to get from Downpatrick to Letterkenny is to drive which costs €30 - €45 and takes 2h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Downpatrick to Letterkenny?

The fastest way to get from Downpatrick to Letterkenny is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Downpatrick and Letterkenny?

No, there is no direct bus from Downpatrick to Letterkenny station. However, there are services departing from Roughal Park and arriving at Letterkenny Bus Station via Grand Central Bus Stand 7 and Ulsterbus Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Downpatrick to Letterkenny?

The distance between Downpatrick and Letterkenny is 187 km. The road distance is 175.6 km.

How do I travel from Downpatrick to Letterkenny without a car?

The best way to get from Downpatrick to Letterkenny without a car is to line 515 bus and bus which takes 4h 53m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Downpatrick to Letterkenny?

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Downpatrick to Letterkenny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Downpatrick to Letterkenny bus from?

Downpatrick to Letterkenny bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Roughal Park station.

Where does the Downpatrick to Letterkenny bus arrive?

Downpatrick to Letterkenny bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Grand Central Station Stand 21.

Can I drive from Downpatrick to Letterkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between Downpatrick to Letterkenny is 176 km. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Downpatrick to Letterkenny.

Where can I stay near Letterkenny?

There are 165+ hotels available in Letterkenny.

Downpatrick to Letterkenny - 4 ways to travel via train, line 515 bus, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Downpatrick to Letterkenny 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.

Line 515 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Roughal Park to Grand Central Station Stand 21bus 15 / ...
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 7 to Derry Londonderry Bus Stationbus 212 / ...
4h 53m
Drive 175.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Downpatrick to Letterkennycar 175.6 km
2h 8m
€31–45
Line 215 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Grand Central Station Stand 21bus 215 / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Derry-Londonderrytrain 1_Gc->Ly
5h 46m
Line 215 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Grand Central Station Stand 21bus 215 / ...
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 2 to Ballygawley Park and Ridebus 261 / ...
3. Take the bus from Ballygawley to Letterkenny Bus Stationbus 32
5h 1m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Downpatrick to Letterkenny.

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Distance: 187 km
Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between Downpatrick, Northern Ireland and Letterkenny, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Roughal Park to Letterkenny Bus Station via Grand Central Station Stand 21, Grand Central Bus Stand 7, and Ulsterbus Depot in around 4h 53m.

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