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 9m.

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 9m 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 Church Street and arriving at Letterkenny Bus Station via Grand Central Station Stand 21 and Ballygawley Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Downpatrick to Letterkenny?

The distance between Downpatrick and Letterkenny is 206 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 215 bus and bus which takes 4h 49m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m 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 Church Street station.

Where does the Downpatrick to Letterkenny bus arrive?

Downpatrick to Letterkenny bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Grand Central Bus Stand 14 station.

Can I drive from Downpatrick to Letterkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between Downpatrick to Letterkenny is 176 km. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Downpatrick to Letterkenny.

Where can I stay near Letterkenny?

There are 167+ hotels available in Letterkenny.

Downpatrick to Letterkenny - 5 ways to travel via train, line 215 bus, and bus

There are 5 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 215 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Grand Central Bus Stand 14215 / ...
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 21 to Ballygawley Park and Ride261 / ...
3. Take the bus from Ballygawley Park and Ride to Letterkenny Bus Station32
4h 49m
Drive 175.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Downpatrick to Letterkenny175.6 km
2h 9m
€32–45
Line 215 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Grand Central Bus Stand 14215 / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Londonderry0
5h 26m
Line 515 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Roughal Park to Grand Central Bus Stand 1415 / ...
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 12 to Derry Londonderry Bus Station212 / ...
5h 11m
Line 215 bus, train via Belfast
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Bedford Street215 / ...
2. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Derry-Londonderry1 Gc->Ly
5h 27m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 206.3 km
Duration: 4h 49m

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

You can take a bus from Church Street to Letterkenny Bus Station via Grand Central Station Stand 21 and Ballygawley Park and Ride in around 4h 49m.

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