What is the cheapest way to get from Portrush to Donegal?

The cheapest way to get from Portrush to Donegal is to drive which costs €21 - €35 and takes 1h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portrush to Donegal?

The fastest way to get from Portrush to Donegal is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Portrush and Donegal?

No, there is no direct bus from Portrush to Donegal. However, there are services departing from Dunluce Avenue and arriving at Donegal via Coleraine Buscentre and Ulsterbus Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Portrush to Donegal?

The distance between Portrush and Donegal is 145 km. The road distance is 125.8 km.

How do I travel from Portrush to Donegal without a car?

The best way to get from Portrush to Donegal without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 2m and costs €24 - €45.

How long does it take to get from Portrush to Donegal?

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Portrush to Donegal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portrush to Donegal bus from?

Portrush to Donegal bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Coleraine Buscentre station.

Where does the Portrush to Donegal bus arrive?

Portrush to Donegal bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Derry Londonderry Bus Station.

Can I drive from Portrush to Donegal?

Yes, the driving distance between Portrush to Donegal is 126 km. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Portrush to Donegal.

Where can I stay near Donegal?

There are 300+ hotels available in Donegal.

Portrush to Donegal - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Portrush to Donegal by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Derry-Londonderry1_Gc->Ly / ...
2. Take the bus from Ulsterbus Depot to Donegal64
4h 2m
€24–44
Drive 125.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Portrush to Donegal125.8 km
1h 45m
€22–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Derry Londonderry Bus Station234 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ulsterbus Depot to Donegal64
5h 8m

Portrush to Donegal by train, foot, and bus

60Weekly Services

4h 2mAverage Duration

€24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 145 km
Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between Portrush, Northern Ireland and Donegal, Ulster, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Dunluce Avenue to Donegal via Coleraine Buscentre and Ulsterbus Depot in around 5h 8m.

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