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How to get fromBallina to Aran Islandsby bus or ferry

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There are 2 ways to get from Ballina to Aran Islands by bus or ferry

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  1. Bus, ferry

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    1. Take the bus from Ballina Bus Sn to ATU Galwaybus bus
    2. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Doolin Pierbus bus 351
    3. Take the ferry from Doolin to Inis Oírrferry ferry
    6h 15m

  2. Bus, ferry via Ballina Humbrt

    1. Take the bus from Ballina Humbrt to ATU Galwaybus bus 430
    2. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Doolin Pierbus bus 351
    3. Take the ferry from Doolin to Inis Oírrferry ferry
    6h 50m

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  • Distance: 204 km
  • Duration: 6h 15m

What companies run services between Ballina, IE-MO, Ireland and Aran Islands, Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Ballina to Aran Islands. However, you can take the bus to ATU Galway, take the bus to Doolin Pier, walk to Doolin, then take the ferry to Inis Oírr. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballina Humbrt to Inis Oírr via ATU Galway, Doolin Pier, and Doolin in around 6h 50m.

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