The cheapest and fastest buses from Londonderry to Ballyshannon
Cheapest price
€0
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 h 45 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Londonderry to Ballyshannon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Of the 5 buses that leave Londonderry for Ballyshannon on Mon, Dec 22, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct buses cover the 79 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest buses will take 1 h 45 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
Londonderry to Ballyshannon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Londonderry to Ballyshannon buses for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:15 AM Londonderry | 1h45 | 9:00 AM Ballyshannon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:15 AM Londonderry | 1h45 | 11:00 AM Ballyshannon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:10 AM Londonderry | 1h50 | 1:00 PM Ballyshannon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:30 PM Londonderry | 1h45 | 5:15 PM Ballyshannon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 PM Londonderry | 1h45 | 8:15 PM Ballyshannon | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Londonderry to Ballyshannon
Buses from Londonderry to Ballyshannon run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:15, the last at 19:52. The fastest bus covers the 79 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 79 km |
Average bus duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 07:15 |
Last bus 19:52 |
Bus providers: Bus Éireann from Londonderry to BallyshannonYou can travel by bus between Londonderry to Ballyshannon with Bus Éireann for as low as €14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Londonderry to Ballyshannon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Londonderry to Ballyshannon 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 Ballyshannon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Londonderry, Strand Rd / Boating Club Ln, which is located around 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Ballyshannon, Bus Depot, located 0.3 miles (525 m) away from the city centre.
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