How to get from Ardara to Malin Head by bus?

Ardara to Malin Head - Bus Schedule

The 991 bus from Ardara to Malin Head runs from 07:40 to 15:30, with departures every 3 hr 25 min-4 hr 25 min. The trip takes about 5 hr 31 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Ardara to Malin Head by bus

To get from Ardara to Malin Head in Carndonagh, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 991 bus from Ardara station to Letterkenny Bus Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 953 bus and finally take the 954 bus from Quigley's Point station to Malin Head station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 5 hr 31 min. The bus schedule from Ardara may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Malin Head on the Moovit app.

331min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 991991
Bus - 953953
Bus - 954954
Walk to Malin Head
Leaves from Ardara

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ardara
    100 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 991991
    Wait for bus
    991
    Letterkenny Bus
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Letterkenny Bus Station
    ID 10831
    70 min
  • 4
    Bus - 953953
    Wait for bus
    953
    Greencastle
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Quigley's Point
    ID 11250
    40 min
  • 6
    Bus - 954954
    Wait for bus
    954
    Malin Head
  • 7
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Malin Head
    ID 10728
    70 min
  • 8
    Walk to Malin Head
    Walk to
    Malin Head
    740 m • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Ardara to Malin Head

The distance between Ardara, Carndonagh and Malin Head, Carndonagh is approximately 146.14 km, which can typically be travelled in 331 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ardara to Malin Head by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Carndonagh – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Ardara to Malin Head

To check the bus schedule from Ardara to Malin Head using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Ardara) and destination (Malin Head), 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 Ardara to Malin Head?

    The fastest way takes 331 minutes, using Bus line 991, Bus line 953, Bus line 954.

  • Is there a direct bus between Ardara and Malin Head?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 5 hr 31 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Ardara to Malin Head?

    The 991 bus line goes from Ardara station near Ardara in Ireland to Letterkenny Bus Station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Letterkenny Bus Station near Malin Head in Carndonagh.

  • How long does it take to travel from Ardara to Malin Head by bus?

    The total travel time between Ardara in Ireland and Malin Head in Carndonagh by bus is about 5 hr 31 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Ardara to get to Malin Head?

    Get on the 991 bus from the Ardara stop near Ardara in Ireland.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Ardara and Malin Head?

    Get off the bus at the Letterkenny Bus Station, which is closest to Malin Head in Carndonagh.

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