What is the cheapest way to get from Newtownards to Letterkenny?

The cheapest way to get from Newtownards to Letterkenny is to drive which costs €28 - €45 and takes 1h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newtownards to Letterkenny?

The fastest way to get from Newtownards to Letterkenny is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Newtownards and Letterkenny?

No, there is no direct bus from Newtownards to Letterkenny station. However, there are services departing from Gibson's Lane and arriving at Letterkenny Bus Station via Grand Central Station Stand 21 and Ballygawley Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Newtownards to Letterkenny?

The distance between Newtownards and Letterkenny is 199 km. The road distance is 159 km.

How do I travel from Newtownards to Letterkenny without a car?

The best way to get from Newtownards to Letterkenny without a car is to line 5 bus and train and bus which takes 4h 24m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Newtownards to Letterkenny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newtownards to Letterkenny bus from?

Newtownards to Letterkenny bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Grand Central Station Stand 21.

Where does the Newtownards to Letterkenny bus arrive?

Newtownards to Letterkenny bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Ballygawley Park and Ride station.

Can I drive from Newtownards to Letterkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between Newtownards to Letterkenny is 159 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Newtownards to Letterkenny.

Where can I stay near Letterkenny?

There are 168+ hotels available in Letterkenny.

Newtownards to Letterkenny - 4 ways to travel via train, line 5 bus, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Newtownards 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 5 bus, train, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Gibson's Lane to Lanyon Place Station [glider]5 / ...
2. Take the train from Lanyon Place to Derry-Londonderry0
3. Take the bus from Derry Londonderry Foyle Buscentre to Letterkenny Bus Station64
4h 24m
Drive 159 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Newtownards to Letterkenny159 km
1h 55m
€29–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 21 to Ballygawley Park and Ride261 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ballygawley Park and Ride to Letterkenny Bus Station32
4h 38m
Line 505 bus, train, line 64 bus
1. Take the bus from Gibson's Lane to Donegall Square West505 / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Londonderry0
3. Take the bus from Ulsterbus Depot to ATU Letterkenny64
5h 49m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 199 km
Duration: 4h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Gibson's Lane to Letterkenny Bus Station via Donegall Square West, Grand Central Station Stand 21, and Ballygawley Park and Ride in around 4h 38m.

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