Go Wild in Inishowen!
You have options when planning your journey to the Inishowen Gateway Hotel, Buncrana, County Donegal. As the Irish Blessing says … may the road rise up to meet you.
Check out Getting to Ireland!
ETIAS Europe and Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) United Kingdom
UNITED KINGDOM: the UK has launched th Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) – Everyone wishing to travel to the UK – except British and Irish citizens – effective 8 January 2025 will need permission to travel in advance of traveling there. ETAs are digitally linked to a traveler’s passport and ensure more robust security checks are carried out before people begin their journey to the UK. An ETA costs £10 and permits multiple journeys to the UK for stays of up to 6 months at a time over 2 years or until the holder’s passport expires – whichever is sooner. Check here for requirements and, if applicable, to apply.
EUROPE: ETIAS travel authorisation is an entry requirement for visa-exempt nationals travelling to any of these 30 European countries. It is not currently available. It is linked to a traveller’s passport and costs €7. It is valid for up to three years or until the passport expires, whichever comes first. If you get a new passport, you need to get a new ETIAS travel authorisation. It is unclear whether ETIAS will be required for Ireland in 2026. Be sure to check back for additional information.
U-Drive
Experience the beauty of Ireland by driving to Buncrana. If renting a car in Ireland or Northern Ireland, check with your rental company to see if there are any restrictions or additional taxes payable for traveling between the two countries, e.g. Northern Ireland and Ireland.
Fly and Drive
Fly into Dublin Airport, Belfast International Airport or City of Derry Airport, rent a car and drive to Buncrana. Check here to see direct flights to Dublin Airport. Check the following links to see how you can fly into Belfast International Airport or the City of Derry Airport.
Fly and Public Transportation
Whether you arrive at the Belfast International Airport, the Dublin Airport (or after a stay in Belfast or Dublin) or the City of Derry Airport, there are public transportation options available for you. Click here to find the best option for you. From the City of Derry Airport, you could take a cab/taxi.
