The cheapest and fastest buses from Bundoran to Donegal
Cheapest price
$0.00
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
25 m
Average duration
27 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bundoran to Donegal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Of the 11 buses that leave Bundoran for Donegal on Thu, May 28, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct buses cover the 22 km distance in an average of 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 25 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest buses will take 28 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
12:41 AM0h40Bundoran East1:21 AMDonegalFind prices1 transfer
6:50 AM1h03Bundoran East7:53 AMDonegalFind prices1 transfer
8:25 AM1h05Bundoran East9:30 AMDonegalFind prices1 transfer
9:56 AM1h44Bundoran East11:40 AMDonegalFind prices1 transfer
11:40 AM0h25Bundoran Centre12:05 PMDonegalFind prices0 transfers
11:40 AM0h25Bundoran Centre12:05 PMDonegalFind prices0 transfers
8:14 AM0h28Bundoran East8:42 AMDonegal$191One-way0 transfers
9:14 AM0h28Bundoran East9:42 AMDonegal$191One-way0 transfers
12:24 PM0h28Bundoran East12:52 PMDonegal$191One-way0 transfers
2:09 PM0h28Bundoran East2:37 PMDonegal$191One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus for Bundoran to Donegal
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bundoran to Donegal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a bus costs an average of $9.
Distance: 13 miles (22 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$18 Average price Cheapest | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
58m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about -1h -2m sooner (28m by bus vs 26m by car) and save roughly $-11.00 (€-8.87) compared to fuel and tolls ($18 (€14) vs $7 (€5)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Bus Feda Teoranta, Expressway (Bus Éireann), Bus Éireann.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Bundoran to Donegal Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator TFI Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim | Departure Time 12:41AM | Arrival Time 01:21AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator TFI Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 07:53AM | Duration 1h03 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Expressway (Bus Éireann) | Departure Time 08:14AM | Arrival Time 08:42AM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator TFI Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Expressway (Bus Éireann) | Departure Time 09:14AM | Arrival Time 09:42AM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 09:33AM | Arrival Time 10:07AM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator TFI Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim | Departure Time 09:56AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h44 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Bus Feda Teoranta | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Expressway (Bus Éireann) | Departure Time 12:24PM | Arrival Time 12:52PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator TFI Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 01:36PM | Duration 0h46 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Expressway (Bus Éireann) | Departure Time 02:09PM | Arrival Time 02:37PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Expressway (Bus Éireann) | Departure Time 03:39PM | Arrival Time 04:07PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator TFI Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator TFI Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim | Departure Time 05:14PM | Arrival Time 06:12PM | Duration 0h58 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Expressway (Bus Éireann) | Departure Time 05:49PM | Arrival Time 06:17PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Bus Feda Teoranta | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 06:54PM | Arrival Time 07:42PM | Duration 0h48 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Expressway (Bus Éireann) | Departure Time 07:44PM | Arrival Time 08:12PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator TFI Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim | Departure Time 07:51PM | Arrival Time 09:12PM | Duration 1h21 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator TFI Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim | Departure Time 09:51PM | Arrival Time 10:43PM | Duration 0h52 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Live departures
Bundoran to Donegal bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bundoran to Donegal buses for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:39 PM Bundoran East | 0h28 | 4:07 PM Donegal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:15 PM Bundoran East | 1h45 | 6:00 PM Donegal | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:14 PM Bundoran East | 0h58 | 6:12 PM Donegal | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:49 PM Bundoran East | 0h28 | 6:17 PM Donegal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:40 PM Bundoran Centre | 0h25 | 7:05 PM Donegal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:54 PM Bundoran East | 0h48 | 7:42 PM Donegal | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:44 PM Bundoran East | 0h28 | 8:12 PM Donegal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:51 PM Bundoran East | 1h21 | 9:12 PM Donegal | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:51 PM Bundoran East | 0h52 | 10:43 PM Donegal | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, May 28 | |||||
![]() | 12:41 AM Bundoran East | 0h40 | 1:21 AM Donegal | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:50 AM Bundoran East | 1h03 | 7:53 AM Donegal | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:14 AM Bundoran East | 0h28 | 8:42 AM Donegal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:25 AM Bundoran East | 1h05 | 9:30 AM Donegal | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:14 AM Bundoran East | 0h28 | 9:42 AM Donegal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:33 AM Bundoran East | 0h34 | 10:07 AM Donegal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:56 AM Bundoran East | 1h44 | 11:40 AM Donegal | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:40 AM Bundoran Centre | 0h25 | 12:05 PM Donegal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:24 PM Bundoran East | 0h28 | 12:52 PM Donegal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:50 PM Bundoran East | 0h46 | 1:36 PM Donegal | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:09 PM Bundoran East | 0h28 | 2:37 PM Donegal | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bundoran to Donegal
Buses from Bundoran to Donegal run on average 13 times per day, taking around 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:25, the last at 19:55. The fastest bus covers the 13 miles (22 km) distance in 25m.
Distance 13 miles (22 km) |
Average bus duration 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 25m |
First bus 6:25 AM |
Last bus 7:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 3 days |
Bus providers: Bus Feda Teoranta, Expressway (Bus Éireann), TFI Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim, Bus Éireann from Bundoran to DonegalYou can travel by bus between Bundoran to Donegal with Bus Feda Teoranta, Expressway (Bus Éireann), TFI Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim, Bus Éireann for as low as $9 (€7). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Bus Feda Teoranta
Expressway (Bus Éireann)
TFI Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim
Bus Éireann
FAQs: Bus from Bundoran to Donegal
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bundoran to Donegal by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Donegal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Slieve League Cliffs, some of the highest sea cliffs in Europe offering stunning ocean views
- Glenveagh National Park, a vast wilderness with a historic castle and beautiful gardens
- Malin Head, the northernmost point of Ireland known for its rugged coastal scenery
- Donegal Castle, a restored 15th-century castle located in the heart of Donegal Town
- Fanad Head Lighthouse, a picturesque lighthouse offering panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean.
- Donegal Craft Village, a collection of workshops and studios showcasing local artisans and handmade crafts
- Hiking in the Bluestack Mountains, offering trails with breathtaking views and a chance to explore the natural beauty of Donegal
- Surfing at Bundoran Beach, a popular spot for surfers of all levels with stunning coastal scenery
- Visiting the Doagh Famine Village, an open-air museum depicting life in Ireland during the 19th century
- Exploring the Inishowen Peninsula, known for its scenic drives and charming villages.

