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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Ballybofey to Letterkenny
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£0.00
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£6
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
16 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
18 m
Buses on 18 Sept
8
Distance
18 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Ballybofey to Letterkenny is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 8 buses from Ballybofey to Letterkenny, including 8 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 18 km distance in an average of 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 m .
The slowest buses will take 20 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.
8:180h27Ballybofey8:45Letterkenny Bus StationFind prices0 changes- 8:200h20Stranorlar8:40Atu LetterkennyFind prices0 changes
12:300h20Ballybofey12:50Letterkenny Bus StationFind prices0 changes
7:540h21Stranorlar8:15Letterkenny Bus Station£61One-way0 changes- 10:380h20Ballybofey10:58Letterkenny Bus Station£61One-way0 changes
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9:070h16Ballybofey9:23Atu Letterkenny£131One-way0 changes- 10:070h16Ballybofey10:23Atu Letterkenny£131One-way0 changes
- 13:170h16Ballybofey13:33Atu Letterkenny£131One-way0 changes
- 8:200h20Stranorlar8:40Atu LetterkennyFind prices0 changes
- 10:380h20Ballybofey10:58Letterkenny Bus Station£61One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach for Ballybofey to Letterkenny
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Ballybofey to Letterkenny among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 51m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, while a coach costs an average of £11.
Distance: 18 km
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Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|
£11 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
51m Average total duration Fastest 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (21m by bus vs 28m by car). Tickets start at around £11 compared to roughly £4 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you're getting time back, skipping traffic and parking, and you can work or rest on board.
Direct coaches are operated by Bus Feda Teoranta, Expressway (Bus Éireann), TFI Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim, Bus Éireann.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel splits across several people), want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
Live departures
Ballybofey to Letterkenny bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ballybofey to Letterkenny coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:54 Stranorlar | 0h21 | 8:15 Letterkenny Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:18 Ballybofey | 0h27 | 8:45 Letterkenny Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:20 Stranorlar | 0h20 | 8:40 Atu Letterkenny | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:07 Ballybofey | 0h16 | 9:23 Atu Letterkenny | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:07 Ballybofey | 0h16 | 10:23 Atu Letterkenny | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:38 Ballybofey | 0h20 | 10:58 Letterkenny Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:30 Ballybofey | 0h20 | 12:50 Letterkenny Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:17 Ballybofey | 0h16 | 13:33 Atu Letterkenny | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:55 Ballybofey | 0h18 | 14:13 Atu Letterkenny | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:02 Ballybofey | 0h18 | 15:20 Atu Letterkenny | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:32 Ballybofey | 0h18 | 16:50 Atu Letterkenny | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:42 Ballybofey | 0h16 | 18:58 Atu Letterkenny | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:30 Ballybofey | 0h20 | 19:50 Letterkenny Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:37 Ballybofey | 0h18 | 20:55 Atu Letterkenny | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ballybofey to Letterkenny
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Buses from Ballybofey to Letterkenny run on average 23 times per day, taking around 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 23 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:48, the last at 21:12. The fastest coach covers the 18 km distance in 16m.
Distance 18 km |
Average bus duration 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 23 |
Direct buses 23 |
Fastest bus 16m |
First bus 7:48 |
Last bus 21:12 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Bus providers: Bus Feda Teoranta, Expressway (Bus Éireann), TFI Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim, Bus Éireann from Ballybofey to LetterkennyYou can travel by bus between Ballybofey to Letterkenny with Bus Feda Teoranta, Expressway (Bus Éireann), TFI Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim, Bus Éireann for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Bus Feda Teoranta
Expressway (Bus Éireann)
TFI Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim
Bus Éireann
FAQs: Ballybofey to Letterkenny coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ballybofey to Letterkenny by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Letterkenny, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ballybofey and Letterkenny
Most Ballybofey to Letterkenny buses use the Ballybofey, Main Street / Chestnut Rd to Letterkenny, Port Road (ATU Donegal Letterkenny) station pair, with some services arriving at Letterkenny, Bus Station. Use this guide to compare Ballybofey and Letterkenny bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Ballybofey station do buses to Letterkenny leave from?
Getting to Ballybofey, Main Street / Chestnut Rd from Ballybofey city centre
Ballybofey, Main Street / Chestnut Rd bus station facilities and services
Ballybofey, Main Street / Chestnut Rd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several eateries around Main Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Ballybofey, Main Street / Chestnut Rd. ATMs are aTM available at nearby bank.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ballybofey, Main Street / Chestnut Rd.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ballybofey, Main Street / Chestnut Rd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ballybofey, Main Street / Chestnut Rd: Paved sidewalks for wheelchair access.
Which Letterkenny station do buses from Ballybofey arrive at?
Getting to Letterkenny, Port Road (ATU Donegal Letterkenny) from Letterkenny city centre
Letterkenny, Port Road (ATU Donegal Letterkenny) bus station facilities and services
Letterkenny, Port Road (ATU Donegal Letterkenny) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Letterkenny, Port Road (ATU Donegal Letterkenny). ATMs are available at Letterkenny, Port Road (ATU Donegal Letterkenny).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Letterkenny, Port Road (ATU Donegal Letterkenny).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Letterkenny, Port Road (ATU Donegal Letterkenny): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Letterkenny, Port Road (ATU Donegal Letterkenny): Curbside boarding available.
Getting to Letterkenny, Bus Station from Letterkenny city centre
Letterkenny, Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Letterkenny, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Letterkenny, Bus Station: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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