Bus from Dublin to Donegal: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Dublin to Donegal on 6 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ExpresswayBus
    Dublin Busaras
    Abbey Hotel Bus StopCheapest
    ExpresswayBus
      Dublin Airport T2
      Abbey Hotel Bus StopFastest
      ExpresswayBus
        Dublin Busaras
        Abbey Hotel Bus StopNo tags
        ExpresswayBus
          Dublin Busaras
          Abbey Hotel Bus StopNo tags
          ExpresswayBus
            Dublin Busaras
            Abbey Hotel Bus StopNo tags

            Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:34 GMT.

            Get from Dublin to Donegal

            This route is served by bus only

            The journey takes about 4 hours 12 minutes, and with fares starting at just £27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            47bus per day
            4h 12mAverage duration
            121 milesDistance
            5kgCO₂ emissions

            Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Dublin to Donegal

            Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

            1. How much is the bus ticket from Dublin to Donegal?

              The cheapest coach tickets from Dublin to Donegal start from £27. The average price for this route is around £27. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

            2. How long is the bus journey from Dublin to Donegal?

              The average bus journey time from Dublin to Donegal is 4h 12m, covering a distance of 121 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 28m and is operated by Expressway.

            3. Which bus companies service the Dublin to Donegal route?

              Several major bus companies operate on this route with 47 buses available per day.

            4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Dublin to Donegal?

              The earliest bus departs from Dublin to Donegal at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.

            5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dublin to Donegal?

              A bus journey from Dublin to Donegal produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice 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.

            Best price found
            03/12
            £25
            04/12
            £25
            Today
            £25
            06/12
            £25
            07/12
            £25
            08/12
            £25
            09/12
            £10
            10/12
            £25
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Dublin to Donegal was searched and found on 9 Dec 2025 with a price of £10

            To 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 £10 to £67 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 £10, which is on 2025-12-09.

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