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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Dublin Busaras | Abbey Hotel Bus Stop | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Dublin Airport T2 | Abbey Hotel Bus Stop | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Dublin Busaras | Abbey Hotel Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Dublin Busaras | Abbey Hotel Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Dublin Busaras | Abbey Hotel Bus Stop | No tags |
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Get from Dublin to Donegal
The journey takes about 4 hours 12 minutes, and with fares starting at just $50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Dublin and Donegal?
Stops in Dublin
- B
City Centre - O’Connell Street (Opp Gresham Hotel)
Outside the Gresham Hotel on O'Connell Street, North City, Dublin 1, Co. Dublin, Ireland - CDublin (Custom House), Custom House Quay, at Custom House
- DIrish Ferries Terminal, Toll Gasoline Center, Terminal Rd S, Dublin Port, Dublin, Ireland
- E
Dublin
Prince's Street North, North City, Dublin, Ireland - F
Ferryport Terminal 2
Dublin Port Ferryport (Terminal 2), Ireland
Compare bus companies
Based on 446 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Expressway ticket prices on this trip start at $50
Expressway Dublin Donegal recent customer reviews
There was no barcode on the ticket so the busdriver could not see whether l had a prepaid ticket or not. This system does not work for Expressway.
Rory S.
Perfect thanks
Rose G.
Everything was ok
Korn D.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dublin to Donegal by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Dublin to Donegal?
The cheapest bus tickets from Dublin to Donegal start from $50. The average price for this route is around $51. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Dublin to Donegal?
The average bus travel time from Dublin to Donegal is 4h 12m, covering a distance of 195 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 28m and is operated by Expressway.
Which bus companies service the Dublin to Donegal route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 48 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Dublin to Donegal?
The earliest bus departs from Dublin to Donegal at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dublin to Donegal?
A bus trip from Dublin to Donegal generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Dublin to Donegal was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $17To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Dublin to Donegal, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $17 to $128 for a bus ticket from Dublin to Donegal based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $17 which is on 2025-12-04.
