See a doctor online in Buncrana today
Buncrana is a coastal town on the shores of Lough Swilly, in Co. Donegal.
The county town of Co. Donegal is Lifford, and DrCall looks after patients in Buncrana, Lifford and every other town and village in the county.
Travel time, childcare and work all make a trip to the surgery harder. Online GP care means people in Buncrana and the surrounding area can skip the journey and speak to a doctor in about 15 minutes.
Same-day and evening doctor appointments in Buncrana
Same-day does not mean emergency. If you have chest pain, difficulty breathing, signs of a stroke or any other emergency, call 112 or 999 straight away.
When you book, your request goes to our team, who confirm it or suggest another time if needed. Your card is only authorised at booking and is charged once your GP confirms the appointment.
- Earliest slot 30 minutes from booking
- Evenings and weekends included
- 15-minute slots, video or phone
- Charged only once your GP confirms
- Live availability on the booking page
Online GP consultation in Buncrana: what we can help with
- Ongoing advice and prescription support for long-term conditions
- Support with stress, anxiety, low mood and sleep problems
- Help with asthma, allergy and eczema flare-ups
- Advice on coughs, colds, sore throats, skin complaints and other everyday illnesses
- Sick certificates and medical certificates for work or college, where clinically appropriate
Need something specific? Read our guides to getting a sick cert online and online prescriptions in Ireland.
Need an in-person doctor out of hours near Buncrana?
Many people searching for a “doctor on call” want a GP who can see them in person tonight. DrCall is an online service, so we can’t visit you at home — but if your problem suits a video or phone consultation we are open every day. For urgent in-person care when surgeries are closed in Co. Donegal:
Details last checked 4 October 2026. Phone numbers can change, so confirm on the service’s own website. In an emergency call 112 or 999.
How to book an online doctor in Buncrana
- Choose a timeSee the live times on the booking page and take the one that suits you — slots are 15 minutes and start 30 minutes from now.
- Tell us what’s wrongAdd your contact details, your usual pharmacy and a few words on why you want to see a doctor.
- Authorise your cardWe place a hold on your card. You are not charged until a GP has confirmed your appointment.
- See your doctorAt the booked time your Irish-registered GP contacts you by phone or video — at home in Buncrana or wherever you are.
Online doctor near Buncrana: evenings and weekends
There is no need to take time off to visit a surgery. Book an evening or weekend online GP appointment from Buncrana and speak to an Irish-registered doctor when it suits you.
Serving Buncrana and nearby towns
DrCall is available right across Co. Donegal. People in these places also book an online doctor with us:
- Same-day doctor in Ballybofey
- Same-day doctor in Killybegs
- Same-day doctor in Ballyshannon
- Same-day doctor in Donegal Town
- Same-day doctor in Bundoran
- Same-day doctor in Letterkenny
- Same-day doctor in Gweedore
- Same-day doctor in Lifford
- Same-day doctor in Convoy
- Same-day doctor in Frosses
- Same-day doctor in Dunkineely
- Same-day doctor in Inver
- Same-day doctor in Malin
- Same-day doctor in Kincasslagh
- All of Co. Donegal →
More ways to find a doctor in Buncrana
It is the same DrCall service and the same booking — pick whichever wording matches what you are looking for:
- Online doctor in Buncrana
- Online GP in Buncrana
- Online Dr in Buncrana
- Video GP in Buncrana
- Online sick cert in Buncrana
- Online prescription in Buncrana
We also see patients in neighbouring counties:
Frequently asked questions
How much does an online GP consultation in Buncrana cost?
A DrCall online consultation starts from €35. That covers your consultation, including a sick cert, repeat prescription or referral where clinically appropriate. Your card is only authorised when you book and is charged once a GP confirms your appointment.
How quickly can I see a doctor in Buncrana?
The booking page shows live availability. The earliest appointment you can choose is 30 minutes from the time you book, and on most days there are several slots left the same day.
Can I get an evening or weekend appointment in Buncrana?
Yes. DrCall is open seven days a week, with evening appointments as well as daytime ones — check the booking page for the times available.
Can I book a follow-up if I need one?
Yes. If your doctor wants to review you again they will say so, and you can simply book another appointment online.
Can I claim an online GP visit on my health insurance?
Some private health insurers offer cashback or cover for GP visits, so check your policy. DrCall consultations are paid for privately by card.
What if I need a doctor in person in Buncrana tonight?
DrCall is an online service, so we cannot send a doctor to your door. For urgent in-person care when surgeries are closed in Co. Donegal, contact NoWDOC and local Donegal out-of-hours services — it is an appointment-only service with its own fees. Donegal is served by more than one out-of-hours service depending on where you live — use the HSE finder to find yours. You can also find your nearest out-of-hours GP or emergency department on the HSE website. In an emergency call 112 or 999. If your concern suits a video or phone consultation, you can book DrCall any day.
What if I need to be seen in person?
If a physical examination is needed, your doctor will explain why and advise on the best next step. In an emergency, call 112 or 999 or go to your nearest emergency department.
Which pharmacy will my prescription go to?
The pharmacy you choose when you book. If your doctor issues a prescription it is sent electronically to that pharmacy, so you can collect it close to Buncrana.