How much is the bus ticket from Dublin to Letterkenny?

The cheapest bus tickets from Dublin to Letterkenny start from $36. The average price for this route is around $58. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Dublin to Letterkenny?

The average bus trip duration from Dublin to Letterkenny is 6h 20m, covering a distance of 129 miles (208 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 31m and is operated by Expressway .

Which bus companies service the Dublin to Letterkenny route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 96 trains 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 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:09pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dublin to Letterkenny?

A bus trip from Dublin to Letterkenny generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Dublin to Letterkenny from $12 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Dublin to Letterkenny on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:35pm	Dublin Busaras	4h 19m	4:54pm	Letterkenny Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	6:24pm	Dublin Airport T2	3h 34m	9:58pm	Letterkenny Port	Fastest
Bus	2:05pm	Dublin Busaras	4h 19m	6:24pm	Letterkenny Bus Station	No tags
Bus	3:00pm	Dublin Busaras	4h 19m	7:19pm	Letterkenny Bus Station	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	Dublin Busaras	4h 19m	8:19pm	Letterkenny Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Dublin to Letterkenny on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:15am	Dublin Busaras	3h 56m	4:11am	Letterkenny Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:38am	Dublin Airport T2	3h 31m	4:09am	Letterkenny Port	Fastest
Bus	7:00am	Dublin Busaras	4h 19m	11:19am	Letterkenny Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:15am	Dublin Busaras	4h 19m	12:34pm	Letterkenny Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:15am	Dublin Busaras	4h 19m	2:34pm	Letterkenny Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Dublin to Letterkenny on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:15am	Dublin Busaras	3h 56m	4:11am	Letterkenny Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:38am	Dublin Airport T2	3h 31m	4:09am	Letterkenny Port	Fastest
Bus	7:00am	Dublin Busaras	4h 19m	11:19am	Letterkenny Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:15am	Dublin Busaras	4h 19m	12:34pm	Letterkenny Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:15am	Dublin Busaras	4h 19m	2:34pm	Letterkenny Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Dublin to Letterkenny on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:15am	Dublin Busaras	3h 56m	4:11am	Letterkenny Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:38am	Dublin Airport T2	3h 31m	4:09am	Letterkenny Port	Fastest
Bus	7:00am	Dublin Busaras	4h 19m	11:19am	Letterkenny Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:15am	Dublin Busaras	4h 19m	12:34pm	Letterkenny Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:15am	Dublin Busaras	4h 19m	2:34pm	Letterkenny Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Dublin to Letterkenny on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:15am	Dublin Busaras	3h 56m	4:11am	Letterkenny Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:38am	Dublin Airport T2	3h 31m	4:09am	Letterkenny Port	Fastest
Bus	7:00am	Dublin Busaras	4h 19m	11:19am	Letterkenny Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:15am	Dublin Busaras	4h 19m	12:34pm	Letterkenny Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:15am	Dublin Busaras	4h 19m	2:34pm	Letterkenny Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Dublin to Letterkenny on December 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:15am	Dublin Busaras	3h 56m	4:11am	Letterkenny Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:38am	Dublin Airport T2	3h 31m	4:09am	Letterkenny Port	Fastest
Bus	7:00am	Dublin Busaras	4h 19m	11:19am	Letterkenny Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:15am	Dublin Busaras	4h 19m	12:34pm	Letterkenny Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:15am	Dublin Busaras	4h 19m	2:34pm	Letterkenny Bus Station	No tags

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Get from Dublin to Letterkenny

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 6 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

96bus per day

6h 20mAverage Duration

129 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Dublin and Letterkenny?

Stops in Dublin

A
Dublin Airport
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B
City Centre - O’Connell Street (Opp Gresham Hotel)
Outside the Gresham Hotel on O'Connell Street, North City, Dublin 1, Co. Dublin, Ireland
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C
Custom House Quay
Dublin (Custom House), Custom House Quay, at Custom House
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D
Por
Irish Ferries Terminal, Toll Gasoline Center, Terminal Rd S, Dublin Port, Dublin, Ireland
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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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Expressway

4/5458 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.1

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.

August 4, 2025

The whole experience was calm compared to travelling in the UK last year. Staff very helpful.

Kathleen C.

July 26, 2025

Air condition not working bus to hot washing feeling well d

Joe C.

July 23, 2025

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Dublin to Letterkenny by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 from $36. The average price for this route is around $58. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Dublin to Letterkenny?
The average bus trip duration from Dublin to Letterkenny is 6h 20m, covering a distance of 129 miles (208 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 31m and is operated by Expressway.
Which bus companies service the Dublin to Letterkenny route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 96 trains 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 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:09pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dublin to Letterkenny?
A bus trip from Dublin to Letterkenny generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/13

$33

12/14

$33

Today

$33

12/16

$33

12/17

$33

12/18

$33

12/19

$33

12/20

$33

The cheapest trip from Dublin to Letterkenny was searched and found on Dec 18, 2025 with a price of $33

To 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 $33 to $88 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 $33 which is on 2025-12-18.