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The guide was updated: 2026-04-06

Country code: +44 Area code: 28

Useful Information

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The City of Derry Airport (LDY)

The City of Derry Airport (LDY)

The City of Derry Airport is located 12.5 kilometres from Derry City Centre. Taxis are the quickest and most reliable way to get to and from the airport and can be found outside the airport terminal. Connecting bus services are available to and from the airport at various times each day and leave passengers at the Ulsterbus Depot, Foyle Street, Derry City Centre. The journey to Derry City Centre takes about 30 minutes. The AIRporter service operates six times per day to and from the AIRporter’s City Centre base at the Quayside Shopping Centre. It is advisable to make a reservation. Reservations are free, guarantee a seat and you only pay on the day you travel. You can also buy your ticket directly from the driver on board the coach on most services.

Train Station

Train Station

The train station is located at Duke Street in the Waterside area of the city and is served by the Belfast to Derry service.

Passport & Visa

Passport & Visa

For travel to the UK (including Northern Ireland), citizens of the EU, EEA, and Switzerland (except Irish citizens) need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA). However, those planning to work or study in the UK for more than six months will need to obtain the appropriate visa. Additionally, residents of nine other countries — including Australia, Canada, Hong Kong, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, South Korea, and the United States — can also visit the UK for up to six months without a visa, but they will still need an ETA. To ensure a smooth journey, it is advisable to consult the UK government website for any specific visa requirements or regulations.

Public Transport

Public Transport

Derry is a small city and can be covered on foot in a short space of time. The main bus station is located at Foyle Street in the city centre and Ulsterbus runs a bus service within the city. The train station is located at Duke Street in the Waterside area of the city and is served by the Belfast to Derry service.

Taxi

Taxi

Taxis in Derry are widely available and easy to find. Foyle Taxi is a local company with a strong presence in the city. The main app for booking a taxi is City Cabs Derry, and Uber also operates in the area.

Post Office

Post Office

Mail boxes can be found throughout the city and are red in color. The Head Office is located on Custom House Street.

Pharmacy

Pharmacy

Most pharmacies in Derry are located in the city centre. Medicare Pharmacy is a chain with several locations across the city.

Telephone

Telephone

Country code: +44 Area code: 28

Electricity

Electricity

The United Kingdom uses the Type G electric plug, which is one with three rectangular pins in a triangular pattern. And it operates on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz.

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