How far is Letterkenny from Derry-Londonderry by coach?

The journey from Derry-Londonderry to Letterkenny by coach covers an approximate distance of 18 miles (28 km).

Is there a way to reach Letterkenny from Derry-Londonderry without a car?

You can reach Letterkenny from Derry-Londonderry by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus from Derry-Londonderry to Letterkenny from £7 | Compare & Save up to 34%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Derry-Londonderry to Letterkenny on 25 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:15	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	33m	07:48	Letterkenny Port	Cheapest
Bus	21:40	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	28m	22:08	Letterkenny Port	Fastest
Bus	07:15	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	42m	07:57	Letterkenny Port	No tags
Bus	09:15	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	33m	09:48	Letterkenny Port	No tags
Bus	09:15	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	42m	09:57	Letterkenny Port	No tags

Next departures from Derry-Londonderry to Letterkenny on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:15	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	33m	07:48	Letterkenny Port	Cheapest
Bus	21:40	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	28m	22:08	Letterkenny Port	Fastest
Bus	07:15	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	42m	07:57	Letterkenny Port	No tags
Bus	09:15	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	42m	09:57	Letterkenny Port	No tags
Bus	09:15	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	33m	09:48	Letterkenny Port	No tags

Next departures from Derry-Londonderry to Letterkenny on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:10	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	33m	16:43	Letterkenny Port	Cheapest
Bus	21:40	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	28m	22:08	Letterkenny Port	Fastest
Bus	07:15	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	42m	07:57	Letterkenny Port	No tags
Bus	07:15	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	33m	07:48	Letterkenny Port	No tags
Bus	09:15	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	33m	09:48	Letterkenny Port	No tags

Next departures from Derry-Londonderry to Letterkenny on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:10	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	33m	16:43	Letterkenny Port	Cheapest
Bus	21:40	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	28m	22:08	Letterkenny Port	Fastest
Bus	07:15	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	33m	07:48	Letterkenny Port	No tags
Bus	07:15	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	42m	07:57	Letterkenny Port	No tags
Bus	09:15	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	42m	09:57	Letterkenny Port	No tags

Next departures from Derry-Londonderry to Letterkenny on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:10	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	33m	16:43	Letterkenny Port	Cheapest
Bus	21:40	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	28m	22:08	Letterkenny Port	Fastest
Bus	07:15	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	33m	07:48	Letterkenny Port	No tags
Bus	07:15	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	42m	07:57	Letterkenny Port	No tags
Bus	09:15	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	33m	09:48	Letterkenny Port	No tags

Next departures from Derry-Londonderry to Letterkenny on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:40	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	28m	22:08	Letterkenny Port	Cheapest
Bus	21:40	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	28m	22:08	Letterkenny Port	Fastest
Bus	07:15	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	33m	07:48	Letterkenny Port	No tags
Bus	07:15	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	42m	07:57	Letterkenny Port	No tags
Bus	09:15	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	33m	09:48	Letterkenny Port	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 02:30 GMT.

Get from Derry-Londonderry to Letterkenny

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

27bus per day

40mAverage duration

17 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Expressway

4/5443 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi3.1

Based on 443 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Expressway ticket prices on this trip start at £11

Expressway Derry-Londonderry Letterkenny recent customer reviews

The bus arrived 20min late and said they would be departing for another 40 minutes. No reason or explanation. I had to make alternative arrangements as I would miss my next connection in Letterkenny. AVOID Expressway. Unreliable bus company with no respect for customers,

Patrick M.

8 November 2025

On time and a trip with a view!

Maria K.

23 July 2024

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Derry-Londonderry to Letterkenny

How far is Letterkenny from Derry-Londonderry by coach?
The journey from Derry-Londonderry to Letterkenny by coach covers an approximate distance of 18 miles (28 km).
Is there a way to reach Letterkenny from Derry-Londonderry without a car?
You can reach Letterkenny from Derry-Londonderry by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

22/11

£10

23/11

£10

Today

£10

25/11

£10

26/11

£10

27/11

£10

28/11

£10

29/11

£10

The cheapest trip from Derry-Londonderry to Letterkenny was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of £10

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Derry-Londonderry to Letterkenny as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £10 to £10 for a bus ticket from Derry-Londonderry to Letterkenny based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £10, which is on 2025-11-27.