What is the cheapest way to get from Aran Island to Londonderry?

The cheapest way to get from Aran Island to Londonderry is to car ferry and drive which costs £25 - £50 and takes 1h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aran Island to Londonderry?

The fastest way to get from Aran Island to Londonderry is to car ferry and drive which takes 1h 50m and costs £25 - £50.

How far is it from Aran Island to Londonderry?

The distance between Aran Island and Londonderry is 68 miles.

How do I travel from Aran Island to Londonderry without a car?

The best way to get from Aran Island to Londonderry without a car is to car ferry and bus which takes 4h 45m and costs £25 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Aran Island to Londonderry?

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Aran Island to Londonderry, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Londonderry?

There are 382+ hotels available in Londonderry.

Aran Island to Londonderry - 2 ways to travel via car ferry, bus, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Aran Island to Londonderry by car ferry, bus, or car

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Car ferry, bus
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1. Take the car ferry from Arranmore to Burtonportcarferry
2. Take the bus from Ailt an Chorráin to Letterkenny Busbus 971
3. Take the bus from Letterkenny Bus to Ulsterbus Depotbus 64
4h 45m
£26–49
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Arranmore to Burtonportcarferry
2. Drive from Burtonport to Londonderrycar
1h 50m
£26–46

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Distance: 67.4 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

What companies run services between Aran Island, Ireland and Londonderry, Northern Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Aran Island to Londonderry. However, you can take the car ferry to Burtonport, walk to Ailt an Chorráin, take the bus to Letterkenny Bus, then take the bus to Ulsterbus Depot. Alternatively, you can take a car ferry from Arranmore to Londonderry via Burtonport in around 1h 50m.

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