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

The cheapest way to get from Kinsale to Donegal is to bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which costs €50 - €75 and takes 9h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kinsale to Donegal is to drive which takes 4h 52m and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct bus between Kinsale and Donegal?

No, there is no direct bus from Kinsale to Donegal. However, there are services departing from Kinsale and arriving at Donegal via Cork Anderson's Quay and Galway Cathedral. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 42m.

How far is it from Kinsale to Donegal?

The distance between Kinsale and Donegal is 428 km. The road distance is 402.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kinsale to Donegal without a car is to bus via Galway which takes 8h 42m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 42m to get from Kinsale to Donegal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kinsale to Donegal bus from?

Kinsale to Donegal bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Cork Anderson's Quay station.

Where does the Kinsale to Donegal bus arrive?

Kinsale to Donegal bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Galway Ceannt Station.

Can I drive from Kinsale to Donegal?

Yes, the driving distance between Kinsale to Donegal is 403 km. It takes approximately 4h 52m to drive from Kinsale to Donegal.

Where can I stay near Donegal?

There are 323+ hotels available in Donegal.

Kinsale to Donegal - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Kinsale to Donegal by bus, car, or train

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 Galway
best
1. Take the bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Galway Ceannt Stationbus 251
2. Take the bus from Galway Cathedral to Donegalbus 964
8h 42m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Galway Ceannt Stationbus 251
2. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt Station to Donegalbus 64
9h 33m
€48–78
Drive 402.5 km
1. Drive from Kinsale to Donegalcar 402.5 km
4h 52m
€67–97
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred Street to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 20bus 704x
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 12 to Donegalbus 30
9h 33m
€51–75
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cork to Dublin Heustontrain 205 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Donegalbus 30
9h 37m
€56–85

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kinsale to Donegal.

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Distance: 428 km
Duration: 8h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Kinsale to Donegal via Cork Saint Patrick's Quay, Cork Anderson's Quay, Galway Ceannt Station, and Galway Cathedral in around 8h 42m.

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