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How to get fromAthenry to Aran Islandsby bus, ferry, or train

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There are 2 ways to get from Athenry to Aran Islands by bus, ferry, or train

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  1. Bus, ferry

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    1. Take the bus from Eyre Square to Doolin Pierbus bus 351
    2. Take the ferry from Doolin to Inis Oírrferry ferry
    4h 55m

  2. Train, bus, ferry

    1. Take the train from Athenry to Ennistrain train Ic
    2. Take the bus from Ennis Station to Doolinbus bus 350
    3. Take the ferry from Doolin to Inis Oírrferry ferry
    5h 25m

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  • Distance: 120.2 km
  • Duration: 4h 55m

What companies run services between Athenry, Ireland and Aran Islands, Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Athenry to Aran Islands. However, you can take the train to Galway, walk to Eyre Square, take the bus to Doolin Pier, walk to Doolin, then take the ferry to Inis Oírr. Alternatively, you can take a train from Athenry to Inis Oírr via Ennis, Ennis Station, Doolin, Doolin Pier, and Doolin in around 5h 25m.

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