The cheapest and fastest coaches from Londonderry to Donegal
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 25 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
64 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Londonderry to Donegal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Londonderry to Donegal will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Of the 1 buses that leave Londonderry for Donegal every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 64 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 25 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.


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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Londonderry to Donegal
Buses from Londonderry to Donegal run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:15, the last at 20:30. The fastest coach covers the 64 km distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 64 km |
Average bus duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 07:15 |
Last bus 20:30 |
Bus providers: European Sleeper, Bus Éireann from Londonderry to DonegalYou can travel by bus between Londonderry to Donegal with European Sleeper, Bus Éireann for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Londonderry to Donegal coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Londonderry to Donegal 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 Donegal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Londonderry, Strand Rd / Boating Club Ln, which is located around 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Donegal, Abbey Hotel, located 0.1 miles (125 m) away from the city centre.
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