What is the cheapest way to get from Howth to Lifford?

The cheapest way to get from Howth to Lifford is to bus via Parnell Square Nth which costs €28 - €40 and takes 4h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Howth to Lifford?

The fastest way to get from Howth to Lifford is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs €35 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Howth and Lifford?

No, there is no direct bus from Howth to Lifford. However, there are services departing from Main Street Howth and arriving at Lifford via Dublin Busáras. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Howth to Lifford?

The distance between Howth and Lifford is 225 km. The road distance is 208.1 km.

How do I travel from Howth to Lifford without a car?

The best way to get from Howth to Lifford without a car is to bus via Parnell Square Nth which takes 4h 57m and costs €28 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Howth to Lifford?

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Howth to Lifford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Howth to Lifford bus from?

Howth to Lifford bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Dublin Busáras station.

Train or bus from Howth to Lifford?

The best way to get from Howth to Lifford is to bus via Parnell Square Nth which takes 4h 57m and costs €28 - €40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 7h 26m.

Where does the Howth to Lifford bus arrive?

Howth to Lifford bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Lifford station.

Can I drive from Howth to Lifford?

Yes, the driving distance between Howth to Lifford is 208 km. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Howth to Lifford.

Where can I stay near Lifford?

There are 307+ hotels available in Lifford.

Howth to Lifford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Howth to Lifford 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 via Parnell Square Nth
best
1. Take the bus from Parnell Square Nth to Liffordbus 932 / ...
4h 57m
€29–36
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Liffordbus 32
5h 39m
€28–38
Train
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain Dublin Connolly - Belfast Great Central
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Derry-Londonderrytrain Belfast Great Central - Derry-Londonderry
7h 26m
€35–51
Drive 208.1 km
1. Drive from Howth to Liffordcar 208.1 km
2h 42m
€35–51

Howth to Lifford by train, bus, and foot

45Weekly Services

4h 57mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 225.2 km
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Howth, Ireland and Lifford, Ireland?

Mc Ginley Coach Travel operates a bus from Parnell Square Nth to Lifford every 4 hours. Tickets cost €23–29 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Howth to Strabane Bus Station via Dublin Connolly, Belfast Great Central, Derry-Londonderry, and Foyle Street Bus Station in around 7h 26m.

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