Lifford to Letterkenny bus with Expressway (Bus Éireann)

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Compare bus for Lifford to Letterkenny

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lifford to Letterkenny among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €14 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 58m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, while a bus costs an average of €14.

Distance: 21 km

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€14

Average price

Cheapest

€5

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

58m

Average total duration

Fastest

28m

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30m

Additional time*

27m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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The cheapest way to travel from Lifford to Letterkenny is a bus with an average price of €14.
The fastest way to travel from Lifford to Letterkenny is by bus with an average journey time of 28m.
Yes, you can take a bus between Lifford and Letterkenny.

Live departures

Lifford to Letterkenny bus times

The table below shows live departures for Lifford to Letterkenny buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
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TFI Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim8:15 AM Lifford
1h15
9:30 AM Letterkenny Bus Station1 transfer
Bus Éireann9:34 AM Lifford
0h44
10:18 AM Letterkenny Bus Station0 transfersDirect
Expressway (Bus Éireann)10:55 AM Lifford
0h24
11:19 AM Letterkenny Bus Station0 transfersDirect
Expressway (Bus Éireann)12:10 PM Lifford
0h24
12:34 PM Letterkenny Bus Station0 transfersDirect
Bus Éireann12:24 PM Lifford
0h47
1:11 PM Letterkenny Bus Station0 transfersDirect
Mc Ginley Coach Travel12:40 PM Lifford
0h20
1:00 PM Letterkenny Bus Station0 transfersDirect

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Compare prices and tickets Lifford to Letterkenny by bus

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Lifford to Letterkenny

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Buses from Lifford to Letterkenny run on average 24 times per day, taking around 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.

There are 24 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:02, the last at 22:15. The fastest bus covers the 21 km distance in 20m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
21 km
Average bus duration
28m
Cheapest ticket price
€7
Buses per day
24
Direct buses
24
Fastest bus
20m
First bus
12:02 AM
Last bus
10:15 PM
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: Expressway (Bus Éireann), Mc Ginley Coach Travel, TFI Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim, Bus Éireann from Lifford to LetterkennyYou can travel by bus between Lifford to Letterkenny with Expressway (Bus Éireann), Mc Ginley Coach Travel, TFI Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim, Bus Éireann for as low as €7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Expressway (Bus Éireann)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Expressway (Bus Éireann) Duration
22m
Cheapest Expressway (Bus Éireann) Price
€15
Expressway (Bus Éireann) frequency
9 a day

Mc Ginley Coach Travel

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Mc Ginley Coach Travel Duration
20m
Cheapest Mc Ginley Coach Travel Price
€20
Mc Ginley Coach Travel frequency
2 a day

TFI Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average TFI Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim Duration
1h 15m
TFI Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim frequency
1 a day

Bus Éireann

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Bus Éireann Duration
42m
Cheapest Bus Éireann Price
€7
Bus Éireann frequency
4 a day

FAQs: Bus from Lifford to Letterkenny

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lifford to Letterkenny 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 Letterkenny, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Lifford to Letterkenny can start from as little as €7 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Lifford to Letterkenny is €14; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Lifford to Letterkenny is 20m to travel the 21 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Lifford to Letterkenny leaves at 12:02 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Lifford to Letterkenny leaves at 10:15 PM.
Yes, there are 24 direct coaches a day from Lifford to Letterkenny with Expressway (Bus Éireann), Mc Ginley Coach Travel, Bus Éireann. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Lifford to Letterkenny, you can count on Expressway (Bus Éireann), Mc Ginley Coach Travel, TFI Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim, Bus Éireann for the best way to get you to Letterkenny. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Lifford and Letterkenny and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Lifford , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Lifford Hospital . When arriving in Letterkenny , you can end your trip in coach stations like Letterkenny Institute of Technology (LYIT), Letterkenny Bus Station .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Lifford Hospital, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Letterkenny Institute of Technology (LYIT), located 0 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Letterkenny from Lifford is worth doing with a journey time of 20m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Lifford to Letterkenny is August.
Yes, you can take a bus between Lifford and Letterkenny.
No, the coach from Lifford to Letterkenny has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Lifford to Letterkenny.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Lifford to Letterkenny.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Lifford to Letterkenny.
No, luggage for the coach from Lifford to Letterkenny needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Lifford to Letterkenny.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Lifford to Letterkenny.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Lifford to Letterkenny.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Lifford to Letterkenny.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Lifford to Letterkenny

Most Lifford to Letterkenny buses use the Lifford, N15 / Bridge St to Letterkenny, Port Road (ATU Donegal Letterkenny) station pair, with some services arriving at Letterkenny, Bus Station. Use this guide to compare Lifford and Letterkenny bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Lifford
Arrival bus stations in Letterkenny

Which Lifford station do buses to Letterkenny leave from?

Buses from Lifford to Letterkenny leave from Lifford, N15 / Bridge St. The station is from Lifford city centre at Bridge St, Co. Donegal, Ireland.
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City-centre transport

Getting to Lifford, N15 / Bridge St from Lifford city centre

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Lifford, N15 / Bridge St bus station facilities and services

Lifford, N15 / Bridge St has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Small cafe nearby.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Lifford, N15 / Bridge St. ATMs are available at Lifford, N15 / Bridge St.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Lifford, N15 / Bridge St.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Lifford, N15 / Bridge St: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Lifford, N15 / Bridge St: Bus stop is wheelchair accessible.

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