The cheapest and fastest buses from Letterkenny to Donegal
Cheapest price
€0
Average price
€11
Fastest journey
43 m
Average duration
43 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Letterkenny to Donegal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Of the 5 buses that leave Letterkenny for Donegal on Tue, Dec 02, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 02 the direct buses cover the 41 km distance in an average of 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 43 m .
On Tue, Dec 02 the slowest buses will take 43 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.










Live departures
Letterkenny to Donegal bus times
The table below shows live departures for Letterkenny to Donegal buses for today, Monday, December 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:57 AM Atu Letterkenny | 0h43 | 8:40 AM Donegal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:40 AM Atu Letterkenny | 1h05 | 9:45 AM Donegal | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:57 AM Atu Letterkenny | 0h43 | 10:40 AM Donegal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:52 AM Atu Letterkenny | 0h48 | 12:40 PM Donegal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:07 PM Atu Letterkenny | 0h43 | 3:50 PM Donegal | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Letterkenny to Donegal
Buses from Letterkenny to Donegal run on average 19 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 19 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:48, the last at 21:12. The fastest bus covers the 41 km distance in 45m.
Distance 41 km |
Average bus duration 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 19 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 07:48 |
Last bus 21:12 |
Bus providers: Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim, Bus Éireann from Letterkenny to DonegalYou can travel by bus between Letterkenny to Donegal with Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim, 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 Letterkenny to Donegal
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Letterkenny 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 Letterkenny Bus Station, which is located around 0.8 miles (1.3 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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