The cheapest and fastest buses from Letterkenny to Donegal
Cheapest price
€0.00
Average price
€9
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 Fri, Apr 17, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Apr 17 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 Fri, Apr 17 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.
9:00 AM0h45Letterkenny Bus Station9:45 AMDonegalFind prices0 transfers
12:00 PM0h45Letterkenny Bus Station12:45 PMDonegalFind prices0 transfers
4:30 PM0h45Letterkenny Bus Station5:15 PMDonegalFind prices0 transfers
5:20 PM0h52Letterkenny Bus Station6:12 PMDonegalFind prices0 transfers
12:46 PM0h54Atu Letterkenny1:40 PMDonegal€91One-way0 transfers
7:57 AM0h43Atu Letterkenny8:40 AMDonegal€171One-way0 transfers
9:57 AM0h43Atu Letterkenny10:40 AMDonegal€171One-way0 transfers
1:57 PM0h43Atu Letterkenny2:40 PMDonegal€171One-way0 transfers
3:07 PM0h43Atu Letterkenny3:50 PMDonegal€171One-way0 transfers
4:12 PM0h43Atu Letterkenny4:55 PMDonegal€171One-way0 transfers
Live departures
Letterkenny to Donegal bus times
The table below shows live departures for Letterkenny to Donegal buses for today, Thursday, April 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:57 PM Atu Letterkenny | 0h43 | 2:40 PM Donegal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, April 17 | |||||
![]() | 7:57 AM Atu Letterkenny | 0h43 | 8:40 AM Donegal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Letterkenny Bus Station | 0h45 | 9:45 AM Donegal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:57 AM Atu Letterkenny | 0h43 | 10:40 AM Donegal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:52 AM Atu Letterkenny | 0h48 | 12:40 PM Donegal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Letterkenny Bus Station | 0h45 | 12:45 PM Donegal | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Letterkenny to Donegal
Buses from Letterkenny to Donegal run on average 20 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 20 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:48, the last at 21:12. The fastest bus covers the 41 km distance in 43m.
Distance 41 km |
Average bus duration 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 20 |
Fastest bus 43m |
First bus 7:48 AM |
Last bus 9:12 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 5 days |
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 €11. 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.

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