The cheapest and fastest buses from Dublin to Donegal
Cheapest price
€22
Average price
€22
Fastest journey
3 h 49 m
Average duration
3 h 53 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
191 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Dublin to Donegal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dublin to Donegal will cost around €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €22.
Of the 5 buses that leave Dublin for Donegal on Mon, Nov 10, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Nov 10 the direct buses cover the 191 km distance in an average of 3 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 49 m .
On Mon, Nov 10 the slowest buses will take 3 h 57 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Dublin to Donegal
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Dublin to Donegal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a flight costs an average of €26.
Distance: 191 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€16 Average price Cheapest | €52 Average price |
4h 12m Average total duration 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Dublin to Donegal bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dublin to Donegal buses for tomorrow, Monday, November 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:30 AM Dublin | 3h49 | 4:19 AM Donegal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 AM Dublin | 3h52 | 10:22 AM Donegal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Dublin | 3h52 | 11:52 AM Donegal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 AM Dublin | 3h57 | 1:27 PM Donegal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Dublin | 3h57 | 2:57 PM Donegal | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dublin to Donegal
Buses from Dublin to Donegal run on average 49 times per day, taking around 3h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 24 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 191 km distance in 3h 29m.
Distance 191 km |
Average bus duration 3h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 49 |
Direct buses 24 |
Fastest bus 3h 29m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:20 |
Bus providers: European Sleeper, Infobus, Bus Éireann from Dublin to DonegalYou can travel by bus between Dublin to Donegal with European Sleeper, Infobus, Bus Éireann for as low as €10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Dublin to Donegal
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dublin to Donegal by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Donegal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2), which is located around 9.1 miles (14.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Donegal, Abbey Hotel, located 0.1 miles (125 m) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Dublin to Donegal
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria (in the station)
- Fast-Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 11, 16, 41 Train: DART Tram: Luas Red
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area, Zone 20.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the arrivals area.
- Bus: 16, 41, 700
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