What is the cheapest way to get from Northern Ireland to Doolin?

The cheapest way to get from Northern Ireland to Doolin is to train and bus via Dublin which costs €40 - €65 and takes 8h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Northern Ireland to Doolin?

The fastest way to get from Northern Ireland to Doolin is to drive which takes 4h 26m and costs €55 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Northern Ireland and Doolin?

No, there is no direct bus from Northern Ireland station to Doolin. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Station Stand 11 and arriving at Doolin via Dublin Airport Zone 13 and ATU Galway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 41m.

How far is it from Northern Ireland to Doolin?

The distance between Northern Ireland and Doolin is 439 km. The road distance is 342.5 km.

How do I travel from Northern Ireland to Doolin without a car?

The best way to get from Northern Ireland to Doolin without a car is to bus which takes 7h 41m and costs €45 - €180.

How long does it take to get from Northern Ireland to Doolin?

It takes approximately 7h 41m to get from Northern Ireland to Doolin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Northern Ireland to Doolin bus from?

Northern Ireland to Doolin bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Grand Central Station Stand 11.

Where does the Northern Ireland to Doolin bus arrive?

Northern Ireland to Doolin bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Airport T2 station.

Can I drive from Northern Ireland to Doolin?

Yes, the driving distance between Northern Ireland to Doolin is 342 km. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Northern Ireland to Doolin.

Where can I stay near Doolin?

There are 393+ hotels available in Doolin.

Northern Ireland to Doolin - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Northern Ireland to Doolin 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 11 to Dublin Airport T2bus X1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to ATU Galwaybus 761 / ...
3. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Doolinbus 350
7h 41m
€46–171
Train, bus via Dublin
cheapest
1. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Galwaytrain Re
3. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt Station to Doolinbus 350
8h 32m
€43–62
Drive 342.5 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Doolincar 342.5 km
4h 26m
€60–86
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lanyon Place to Derry-Londonderrytrain
2. Take the bus from Ulsterbus Depot to Galway Ceannt Stationbus 64
3. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt Station to Doolinbus 350
11h 2m
€56–82

Northern Ireland to Doolin by bus

98Weekly Buses

7h 41mAverage Duration

€46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 439.2 km
Duration: 7h 41m

What companies run services between Northern Ireland and Doolin, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Grand Central Station Stand 11 to Doolin via Dublin Airport T2, Dublin Airport Zone 13, and ATU Galway in around 7h 41m.

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