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

The cheapest way to get from Newtownards to Letterkenny is to train which costs €22 - €45 and takes 4h 45m.

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 €27 - €40.

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 2 and Ballygawley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Newtownards to Letterkenny?

The distance between Newtownards and Letterkenny is 198 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 train which takes 4h 45m and costs €22 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m 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 2.

Train or bus from Newtownards to Letterkenny?

The best way to get from Newtownards to Letterkenny is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs €22 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 49m.

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 165+ hotels available in Letterkenny.

Newtownards to Letterkenny - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Newtownards to Letterkenny by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lanyon Place to Derry-Londonderry1_Gc->Ly / ...
4h 45m
€23–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 2 to Ballygawley Park and Ride261 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ballygawley to Letterkenny Bus Station32
4h 49m
Drive 159 km
1. Drive from Newtownards to Letterkenny159 km
1h 55m
€28–40

Newtownards to Letterkenny by bus, train, and foot

74Weekly Services

4h 45mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Newtownards to Letterkenny.

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Distance: 198.2 km
Duration: 4h 45m

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

Translink operates a train from Lanyon Place to Derry-Londonderry hourly. Tickets cost €17–25 and the journey takes 2h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gibson's Lane to Letterkenny Bus Station via Donegall Square West, Grand Central Station Stand 2, and Ballygawley in around 4h 49m.

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