Travelling To Derry

The most convenient way to get to Derry is by plane or by ferry from the UK. During the summer months, frequent connections are offered from Great Britain. Once in Derry city, visitors can hire a bicycle, take a bus or hire a car.

By ferry

Regular, scheduled ferry services operate between Northern Ireland and Great Britain, with services departing from Stranraer and Cairnryan in Scotland and Liverpool in England. These services bring both foot passengers, cars and other vehicles into the area through two ferry ports, Belfast and Larne. There is also ferry service available from Wales via Dublins two ports, Dublin Port and Dun Laoghaire. Irish Ferries operate from Dublin Port to Holyhead, Wales and Stena Line's HSS (high-speed sea service) operates from Holyhead to Dun Laoghaire.

By car

Travelling by car, visitors can reach Derry via the M2 from Belfast, branching out onto either the A6 or A26, which both lead to Derry. The distance is 73 miles. From Dublin, take the N2 and continue north on the A5, which will lead you to Derry. This route is 148 miles long.

By train

Derry and the northwest has an accessible rail and transport network. The flagship Enterprise train service operating between Dublin Connolly and Belfast Central connects to the city via the scenic coastal route from Coleraine on the north coast. The railway station is on the eastern side of the Foyle River. A free Linkline bus brings passengers from the train station to the city centre.

By bus

Ulsterbus provide daily services to Derry City and the county towns from Belfast and surrounding counties. Derrys bus station is on Foyle street in the city centre.

By air

Derry Airport serves as a regional airport for the northwest of Ireland, with services to London Stanstead, Glasgow, Manchester, Liverpool, Birmingham East Midlands and Dublin, and connections to Europe, North America and other worldwide destinations.

Connecting bus services are available to and from the airport at various times each day. Services are available to/from the Ulsterbus Depot, Foyle Street, Derry City Centre and the Ulsterbus Depot, Main Street Limavady. A taxi rank is located immediately in front of the airport terminal, with taxis available for private hire.

Taxis

There are several taxi companies operating in Derry and hailing a taxi is rarely a problem. If you dont want to chance flagging a taxi down in the street, book ahead for your convenience.