How to get from Ballybofey to Malin Head by bus?

Ballybofey to Malin Head - Bus Schedule

The 480 bus from Ballybofey to Malin Head runs from 07:30 to 16:15, with departures every 10 min-5 hr 25 min. The trip takes about 5 hr 57 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Ballybofey to Malin Head by bus

To get from Ballybofey to Malin Head in Carndonagh, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 480 bus from Ballybofey station to Letterkenny Bus station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 951 bus and finally take the 954 bus from Carndonagh station to Malin Head station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 5 hr 57 min. The bus schedule from Ballybofey may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Malin Head on the Moovit app.

357min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 480480
Bus - 951951
Bus - 954954
Walk to Malin Head
Leaves from Ballybofey

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ballybofey
    ID 635831
    20 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 480480
    Wait for bus
    480
    Derry
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Letterkenny Bus
    ID 155841
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Letterkenny Bus
    ID 11270
    160 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 951951
    Wait for bus
    951
    Carndonagh
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Carndonagh
    ID 11257
    80 min
  • 7
    Bus - 954954
    Wait for bus
    954
    Malin Head
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Malin Head
    ID 10728
    50 min
  • 9
    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 Ballybofey to Malin Head

The distance between Ballybofey, Carndonagh and Malin Head, Carndonagh is approximately 123 km, which can typically be travelled in 357 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ballybofey 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 Ballybofey to Malin Head

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

    The fastest way takes 357 minutes, using Bus line 480, Bus line 951, Bus line 954.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 5 hr 57 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Ballybofey to Malin Head?

    The 480 bus line goes from Ballybofey station near Ballybofey 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 Ballybofey to Malin Head by bus?

    The total travel time between Ballybofey in Ireland and Malin Head in Carndonagh by bus is about 5 hr 57 min.

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

    Get on the 480 bus from the Ballybofey stop near Ballybofey in Ireland.

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

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

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