Lough Swilly Ferry
Crossing Lough Swilly Fri 29th May to 18th Sept
Daily connections between Buncrana and Rathmullan
The ferry service ended on 15th September 2026 and will re-commence June 2027
September
| Depart Buncrana | Depart Rathmullan |
|---|---|
| 10:00am | 10:40am |
| 11:20am | 12:00 noon |
| 12:40pm | 1:20pm |
| 2:00pm | 2:40pm |
| 3:20pm | 4:00pm |
| 4:40pm | 5:20pm |
| 6:00pm | 6:40pm |
| Fare | Single / Return |
| Adult foot passengers | €7 / €9 |
| Child 5-12 years | €4 / €6 |
| Car (inc passengers) | €19 / €30 |
| Motorcycle | €10 / €14 |
| Mini-bus / Van | €30 / €45 |
| Camper Van | contact us with size for price - see below |
July & Aug
| Depart Buncrana | Depart Rathmullan |
|---|---|
| 9:00am | 9:40am |
| 10:20am | 11:00am |
| 11:40am | 12:20pm |
| 1:00pm | 1:40pm |
| 2:20pm | 3:00pm |
| 3:40pm | 4:20pm |
| 5:00pm | 5:40pm |
| 6.20pm | 7pm |
| Fare | Single / Return |
| Adult foot passengers | €7 / €9 |
| Child 5-12 years | €4 / €6 |
| Car (inc passengers) | €19 / €30 |
| Motorcycle | €10 / €14 |
| Mini-bus / Van | €30 / €45 |
| Camper Van | contact us with size for price - see below |
Contact Swilly Ferry
Experienced
We have been operating ferry services for over 30 years
Qualified
Our crew are highly qualified and the company complies with all Irish Marine Insurance and Legal requirements
Capacity
We can carry 18 cars and over 100 foot passengers
About Us
The Lough Swilly Ferry is operated by Cara na nOileán Teo, which also operates the Arranmore Ferry between Burtonport and Arranmore Island. Together, these services connect communities, support local businesses and welcome thousands of visitors to Donegal each year, providing safe, reliable and scenic ferry crossings while contributing to tourism and regional development
