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There are 2 ways to get from Letterkenny to Derry Airport (LDY) by bus or car

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Bus, line 234 bus  •  2h 3m

  1. Take the bus from ATU Letterkenny, stop 155961 to Ulsterbus Depot, stop 158131 64 / ...
  2. Take the line 234 bus from Derry Londonderry Foyle Buscentre to Eglinton City Of Derry Airport 234

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Drive  •  40 min

  1. Drive from Letterkenny to Derry Airport (LDY) 29.2 miles

Letterkenny to Derry Airport (LDY) by bus

30 Weekly Buses
2h 3m Average Duration
£19 Cheapest Price
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The cheapest way to get from Letterkenny to Derry Airport (LDY) is to drive which costs €8 - €13 and takes 40 min.

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The quickest way to get from Letterkenny to Derry Airport (LDY) is to drive which costs €8 - €13 and takes 40 min.

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No, there is no direct bus from Letterkenny to Derry Airport (LDY). However, there are services departing from ATU Letterkenny, stop 155961 and arriving at Eglinton City Of Derry Airport via Derry Londonderry Foyle Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

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The distance between Letterkenny and Derry Airport (LDY) is 24 miles. The road distance is 29.2 miles.

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The best way to get from Letterkenny to Derry Airport (LDY) without a car is to bus and line 234 bus which takes 2h 3m and costs €22 - €35.

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It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Letterkenny to Derry Airport (LDY), including transfers.

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Letterkenny to Derry Airport (LDY) bus services, operated by Expressway, depart from ATU Letterkenny, stop 155961 station.

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Letterkenny to Derry Airport (LDY) bus services, operated by Translink UK, arrive at Eglinton City Of Derry Airport station.

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Yes, the driving distance between Letterkenny to Derry Airport (LDY) is 29 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Letterkenny to Derry Airport (LDY).

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Map of how to get from Letterkenny to Derry Airport (LDY).
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  • Distance: 23.9 miles
  • Duration: 2h 3m

What companies run services between Letterkenny, Ireland and Derry Airport (LDY), Northern Ireland?

You can take a bus from Letterkenny to Derry Airport (LDY) via Derry Londonderry Foyle Buscentre in around 2h 3m.

Bus operators
Expressway
Phone
0818 836611
Website
expressway.ie
Bus from ATU Letterkenny, stop 155961 to Ulsterbus Depot, stop 158131
Ave. Duration
38 min
Frequency
Every 3 hours
Estimated price
£9 - £13
Website
https://www.expressway.ie/
Schedules at
https://www.expressway.ie/routes-and-timetables
Book at
https://www.expressway.ie/journey-search
Standard
£9 - £13
Bus Eireann

Bus and coach operator Bus Éireann operates local bus services throughout Ireland, including city bus services in Cork, Galway, Limerick, and Waterford, as well as commuter and intercity bus services throughout the country. Fares vary by region and distance; purchase tickets with cash on the bus or use a Leap Card.

Contact Details
Phone
0818 836 611
Website
buseireann.ie
Bus from ATU Letterkenny, stop 155961 to Ulsterbus Depot, stop 158131
Ave. Duration
33 min
Frequency
Twice daily
Estimated price
£5 - £7
Website
https://www.buseireann.ie/
Translink UK
Phone
+44 28 9066 6630
Email
feedback@translink.co.uk
Website
translink.co.uk
Bus from Derry Londonderry Foyle Buscentre to Eglinton City Of Derry Airport
Ave. Duration
25 min
Frequency
4 times a day
Estimated price
£14
Website
https://www.translink.co.uk/
Adult Day Ticket
£14

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