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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Dublin Busaras | Letterkenny Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Dublin Airport T2 | Letterkenny Port | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Dublin Busaras | Letterkenny Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Dublin Busaras | Letterkenny Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Dublin Busaras | Letterkenny Bus Station | No tags |
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Get from Dublin to Letterkenny
The journey takes about 6 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 611, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Dublin and Letterkenny?
Stops in Dublin
- A
Dublin Airport
- 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
Stops in Letterkenny
- A
Letterkenny - Bus Station
Ramelton Rd, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal, Ireland
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Users have reported a calm travel experience with helpful staff, which is appreciated. However, some mentioned that the bus was cold and lacked sufficient leg room. Overall, travelers found the journey satisfactory despite these minor inconveniences.
Expressway Dublin Letterkenny recent customer reviews
The only negatives are that it was cold and there wasn't enough leg room. Otherwise, everything was fine.
Margie L.
The whole experience was calm compared to travelling in the UK last year. Staff very helpful.
Kathleen C.
Air condition not working bus to hot washing feeling well d
Joe C.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dublin to Letterkenny by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Dublin to Letterkenny?
The cheapest bus tickets from Dublin to Letterkenny start at R 611. The average price for this route is around R 1 005. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Dublin to Letterkenny?
The average bus journey time from Dublin to Letterkenny is 6h 15m, covering a distance of 203 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 31m and is operated by Expressway.
Which bus companies service the Dublin to Letterkenny route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 94 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Dublin to Letterkenny?
The earliest bus departs from Dublin to Letterkenny at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:09.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dublin to Letterkenny?
A bus trip from Dublin to Letterkenny produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Dublin to Letterkenny was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 206To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Dublin to Letterkenny as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 206 to R 1 515 for a bus ticket from Dublin to Letterkenny based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 206, which is on 2025-12-10.
