What is the cheapest way to get from Achill Island to Mizen Head?

The cheapest way to get from Achill Island to Mizen Head is to bus and train and drive which costs €50 - €80 and takes 9h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Achill Island to Mizen Head?

The fastest way to get from Achill Island to Mizen Head is to drive which takes 5h 49m and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Achill Island and Mizen Head?

No, there is no direct bus from Achill Island to Mizen Head. However, there are services departing from Droichead Acla and arriving at Mizen Head via Castlebar, ATU Galway, Cork Patrick's Quay and Skibbereen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 30m.

How far is it from Achill Island to Mizen Head?

The distance between Achill Island and Mizen Head is 567 km. The road distance is 429.5 km.

How do I travel from Achill Island to Mizen Head without a car?

The best way to get from Achill Island to Mizen Head without a car is to bus which takes 12h 30m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Achill Island to Mizen Head?

It takes approximately 9h 48m to get from Achill Island to Mizen Head, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Achill Island to Mizen Head bus from?

Achill Island to Mizen Head bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Mayo, depart from Droichead Acla station.

Where does the Achill Island to Mizen Head bus arrive?

Achill Island to Mizen Head bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Mayo, arrive at Castlebar station.

Can I drive from Achill Island to Mizen Head?

Yes, the driving distance between Achill Island to Mizen Head is 430 km. It takes approximately 5h 49m to drive from Achill Island to Mizen Head.

Where can I stay near Mizen Head?

There are 73+ hotels available in Mizen Head.

Achill Island to Mizen Head - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Achill Island to Mizen Head by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train, drive
best
1. Take the bus from Droichead Acla to Castlebar Stnbus
2. Take the train from Castlebar to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
3. Take the train from Portarlington to Killarneytrain Ic
4. Drive from Killarney to Mizen Headcar
9h 48m
€54–79
Bus
1. Take the bus from Droichead Acla to Castlebarbus
2. Take the bus from Castlebar to ATU Galwaybus 430
3. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Cork Andersn's Quaybus 251
4. Take the bus from Cork Patrick's Quay to Skibbereenbus 230
5. Take the bus from Skibbereen to Mizen Headbus 265
12h 30m
Drive 429.5 km
1. Drive from Dooagh to Mizen Headcar 429.5 km
5h 49m
€74–106
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Droichead Acla to Castlebar Stnbus
2. Take the train from Castlebar to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
3. Take the train from Portarlington to Killarneytrain Ic
4. Take the bus from Killarney Bus Stn to Skibbereenbus 270
5. Take the bus from Skibbereen to Mizen Headbus 265
13h 54m

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Distance: 567.3 km
Duration: 9h 48m

What companies run services between Achill Island, IE-MO, Ireland and Mizen Head, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Droichead Acla to Mizen Head via Castlebar, ATU Galway, Cork Andersn's Quay, Cork Patrick's Quay, and Skibbereen in around 12h 30m.

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