What is the cheapest way to get from Malin Head to Doolin?

The cheapest way to get from Malin Head to Doolin is to bus via Londonderry County Borough which costs €35 - €55 and takes 11h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Malin Head to Doolin?

The fastest way to get from Malin Head to Doolin is to drive which takes 4h 58m and costs €60 - €95.

Is there a direct bus between Malin Head and Doolin?

No, there is no direct bus from Malin Head to Doolin. However, there are services departing from Malin Head and arriving at Doolin via Malin, Letterkenny Bus Station and Galway Ceannt Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 57m.

How far is it from Malin Head to Doolin?

The distance between Malin Head and Doolin is 414 km. The road distance is 379.6 km.

How do I travel from Malin Head to Doolin without a car?

The best way to get from Malin Head to Doolin without a car is to bus which takes 10h 57m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Malin Head to Doolin?

It takes approximately 10h 57m to get from Malin Head to Doolin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Malin Head to Doolin bus from?

Malin Head to Doolin bus services, operated by McGonagle Bus and Coach Hire, depart from Malin station.

Where does the Malin Head to Doolin bus arrive?

Malin Head to Doolin bus services, operated by McGonagle Bus and Coach Hire, arrive at Letterkenny Bus Station.

Can I drive from Malin Head to Doolin?

Yes, the driving distance between Malin Head to Doolin is 380 km. It takes approximately 4h 58m to drive from Malin Head to Doolin.

Where can I stay near Doolin?

There are 366+ hotels available in Doolin.

Malin Head to Doolin - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Malin Head to Doolin 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
best
1. Take the bus from Malin to Letterkenny Bus Stationbus 951
2. Take the bus from Letterkenny Bus Station to Eyre Squarebus 964
3. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt Station to Doolinbus 350
10h 57m
Bus via Londonderry County Borough
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ulsterbus Depot to Galway Ceannt Stationbus 64
2. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt Station to Doolinbus 350
11h 29m
€39–55
Drive, train, bus
1. Drive from Malin Head to Castlerockcar
2. Take the train from Castlerock to Belfast Great Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain
4. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Galwaytrain Re
5. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt Station to Doolinbus 350
12h 17m
€72–105
Drive 379.6 km
1. Drive from Malin Head to Doolincar 379.6 km
4h 58m
€64–92

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Malin Head to Doolin.

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Distance: 414.2 km
Duration: 10h 57m

What companies run services between Malin Head, Ireland and Doolin, Ireland?

You can take a vehicle from Malin Head to Doolin via Malin Head, Malin, Letterkenny Bus Station, Eyre Square, and Galway Ceannt Station in around 10h 57m.

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