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

Buncrana travel guide

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You're Going to Love Buncrana

With a population of 5,546, Buncrana is a must-see destination in Donegal, Ireland. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Buncrana to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Buncrana

Buncrana in January
Estimated hotel price
£65
1 night at 3-star hotel
Buncrana in January
Estimated hotel price
£65
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Buncrana

Plane

Although Buncrana doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Donegal Airport (CFN), which is located 36 miles from Buncrana. The shortest flight to Buncrana from the United Kingdom departs from Birmingham and takes around 6h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Buncrana is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 133 miles from Buncrana. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Thrifty, among others, in Dublin.

Plane

Although Buncrana doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Donegal Airport (CFN), which is located 36 miles from Buncrana. The shortest flight to Buncrana from the United Kingdom departs from Birmingham and takes around 6h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Buncrana is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 133 miles from Buncrana. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Thrifty, among others, in Dublin.

Airports near Buncrana

CFNDonegal

Airlines serving Buncrana

British Airways
Good (6,834 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,561 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
Loganair
Excellent (17 reviews)

Where to stay in Buncrana

Average rates range from around £138 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £110 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Buncrana

Most booked hotels in Buncrana

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Inishowen Gateway Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£87+
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Lake of Shadows Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£98+
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Hiring a car in Buncrana

Expect to pay £1.41 per litre in Buncrana (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 Buncrana (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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