Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Ballyshannon travel guide

Ballyshannon Tourism | Ballyshannon Guide

You're Going to Love Ballyshannon

With a population of 2,683, Ballyshannon is a must-see destination in Donegal, Ireland. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Ballyshannon to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Ballyshannon

Ballyshannon in June
Estimated hotel price
£72
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ballyshannon in June
Estimated hotel price
£72
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Ballyshannon

Plane

Although Ballyshannon doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Donegal Airport (CFN), which is located 38 miles from Ballyshannon. The shortest flight to Ballyshannon from the United Kingdom departs from Birmingham and takes around 6h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Ballyshannon is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 112 miles from Ballyshannon. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Thrifty, among others, in Dublin.

Plane

Although Ballyshannon doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Donegal Airport (CFN), which is located 38 miles from Ballyshannon. The shortest flight to Ballyshannon from the United Kingdom departs from Birmingham and takes around 6h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Ballyshannon is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 112 miles from Ballyshannon. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Thrifty, among others, in Dublin.

Airports near Ballyshannon

NOCKnock Intl
GWYGalway
CFNDonegal

Airlines serving Ballyshannon

British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,053 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
Loganair
Excellent (17 reviews)

Where to stay in popular areas of Ballyshannon

Most booked hotels in Ballyshannon

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Allingham Arms Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£81+
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Maddens Bridge Bar & Guesthouse
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£110+
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Holyrood Hotel - Leisure Centre & The Spa at Orchids
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£110+
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Bank House Guesthouse
1 star
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£83+
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Rolling Wave Guesthouse
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£72+
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The Great Northern Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
£135+
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Hiring a car in Ballyshannon

Expect to pay £1.41 per litre in Ballyshannon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.92 and £22.56.

Expect to pay £1.41 per litre in Ballyshannon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.92 and £22.56.

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