How to get to Donegal from Glasgow

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Compare flight for Glasgow to Donegal

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Donegal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £170 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £170, while a flight costs an average of £170.

Distance: 279 km

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£170

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£22

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6h 29m

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Compare ways to travel from Glasgow to Donegal

Compare the available ways to get from Glasgow to Donegal, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Glasgow to Donegal is a flight with an average price of £170.
The fastest way to travel from Glasgow to Donegal is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 0m.
Yes, you can take a flight between Glasgow and Donegal.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 5h 29m sooner (1h 0m by flight vs 6h 29m by car). Tickets start at around £170 compared to roughly £22 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Glasgow to Donegal

How to get to Donegal from Glasgow by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Glasgow to Donegal is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Emerald Airlines IrelandBA8914 · BA8927
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  • Emerald Airlines IrelandBA8914 · BA8927
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  • Emerald Airlines IrelandBA8914 · BA8927
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  • Emerald Airlines IrelandBA8925 · BA8914
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  • Emerald Airlines IrelandBA8923 · BA8914
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  • Emerald Airlines IrelandBA8921 · BA8912
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Best day trips from Donegal by bus

The most popular day trips by bus from Donegal are Letterkenny, Sligo and Ballybofey. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Donegal on Omio.

A view of Sligo

Day trip from Donegal to Sligo by bus

Why visit Sligo for the day?

Sligo is a compact Atlantic town known for its Yeats heritage, traditional music and striking setting near Benbulben. The centre feels lively yet manageable, with Georgian streets, riverside views and quick access to beaches and walks.

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FAQs: Glasgow to Donegal

Travel to Donegal easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Glasgow to Donegal.

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You can travel between Glasgow and Donegal by flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Glasgow to Donegal is a flight with an average price of £170.
The fastest way to travel from Glasgow to Donegal is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 0m.
The Glasgow to Donegal distance is approximately 279 km.
The average frequency per day from Glasgow to Donegal is:
  • Around 1 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Glasgow and Donegal as scheduled services by flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Glasgow to Donegal:
  • Flights mostly depart from Glasgow International Airport and arrive in Donegal Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Glasgow to Donegal, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Loganair to go to Donegal by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Glasgow to Donegal:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Loganair.
Omio customers who travel from Glasgow to Donegal often also extend their vacation to go to Dublin, London, Galway, Cork, Edinburgh. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Donegal and these popular destinations at a great price.
To travel from Glasgow to Donegal, you can take a flight.
In Donegal, you can visit the Donegal Craft Village to see local artisans and handmade crafts, hike in the Bluestack Mountains for breathtaking views, and surf at Bundoran Beach with its stunning coastal scenery. Explore the Doagh Famine Village, an open-air museum, and take a scenic drive through the Inishowen Peninsula. Don’t miss the Slieve League Cliffs for some of the highest sea cliffs in Europe, or Glenveagh National Park with its historic castle and gardens. Malin Head offers rugged coastal scenery, while Donegal Castle provides a glimpse into the 15th century. Lastly, enjoy panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean from Fanad Head Lighthouse.
A visit to Donegal typically requires around three to four days to explore its stunning landscapes, including the Wild Atlantic Way, Glenveagh National Park, and the Slieve League Cliffs.

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