The cheapest and fastest coaches from Letterkenny to Dublin
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 53 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
205 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Letterkenny to Dublin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Letterkenny to Dublin will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.
Of the 3 buses that leave Letterkenny for Dublin every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 205 km distance in an average of 3 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 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.






Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Letterkenny to Dublin
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Letterkenny to Dublin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £25.
Distance: 205 km
Compare bus with
Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|
£18 Average Price Cheapest | £47 Average Price |
3h 59m Average total duration 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare prices and tickets Letterkenny to Dublin by coach or flight
Compare coach and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
20 Nov
21 Nov
22 Nov
23 Nov
24 Nov
25 Nov
26 Nov
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Letterkenny to Dublin
Buses from Letterkenny to Dublin run on average 126 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 38 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 23:09. The fastest coach covers the 205 km distance in 3h 56m.
Distance 205 km |
Average bus duration 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 126 |
Direct buses 38 |
Fastest bus 3h 56m |
First bus 00:02 |
Last bus 23:09 |
Bus providers: European Sleeper, Infobus, Mc Ginley Coach Travel, Bus Éireann from Letterkenny to DublinYou can travel by bus between Letterkenny to Dublin with European Sleeper, Infobus, Mc Ginley Coach Travel, Bus Éireann for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Infobus
European Sleeper
Mc Ginley Coach Travel
Bus Éireann
FAQs: Letterkenny to Dublin coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Letterkenny to Dublin 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 Dublin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Letterkenny, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Letterkenny Bus Station and Letterkenny Institute of Technology (LYIT). When arriving in Dublin, you can end your route in coach stations like Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2), Dublin, Busáras and Dublin, Clifton Court Hotel.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Letterkenny Bus Station, which is located around 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2), located 9.1 miles (14.7 km) away from the city centre.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Letterkenny to Dublin, follow these tips:
Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Letterkenny and Dublin
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria (in the station)
- Fast-Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 11, 16, 41 Train: DART Tram: Luas Red
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area, Zone 20.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the arrivals area.
- Bus: 16, 41, 700
Most popular bus connections from Letterkenny
More options for your journey from Letterkenny to Dublin
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need


