How to get from Castlebar to Donegal by bus?

From Castlebar to Donegal by bus

To get from Castlebar to Donegal in Ireland, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 52 bus from Castlebar station to Foxford station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 22 bus and finally take the 964 bus from Charlestown station to Donegal station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 42 min. The bus schedule from Castlebar may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Donegal on the Moovit app.

222min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5252
Bus - 2222
Bus - 964964
Walk to Donegal
Leaves from Castlebar

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Castlebar
    ID 555721
    1.57 km • 21 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5252
    Wait for bus
    52
    Ballina
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Foxford
    ID 150991
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Foxford
    ID 141661
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2222
    Wait for bus
    22
    Dublin Airport
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Charlestown
    ID 141641
    24 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Charlestown
    ID 14170
    140 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 964964
    Wait for bus
    964
    Croithlí
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Donegal
    ID 13147
    105 min
  • 10
    Walk to Donegal
    Walk to
    Donegal
    110 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Castlebar to Donegal

The distance between Castlebar, Ireland and Donegal, Ireland is approximately 158.65 km, which can typically be travelled in 222 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Castlebar to Donegal by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Ireland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Castlebar to Donegal

To check the bus schedule from Castlebar to Donegal using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Castlebar) and destination (Donegal), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Castlebar to Donegal?

    The fastest way takes 222 minutes, using Bus line 52, Bus line 22, Bus line 964.

  • Is there a direct bus between Castlebar and Donegal in Ireland?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 42 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Castlebar to Donegal in Ireland?

    The 52 bus line goes from Castlebar station near Castlebar to Ballina station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Ballina station near Donegal in Ireland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Castlebar to Donegal in Ireland by bus?

    The total travel time between Castlebar and Donegal in Ireland by bus is about 3 hr 42 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Castlebar to get to Donegal in Ireland?

    Get on the 52 bus from the Castlebar stop near Castlebar in Ireland.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Castlebar and Donegal in Ireland?

    Get off the bus at the Ballina stop, which is closest to Donegal in Ireland.

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