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How to get fromBelmullet to Aran Islandsby bus or ferry

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

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  1. Bus, ferry

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    1. Take the bus from Béal an Mhuirthead to Ballina Bus Stnbus bus 446
    2. Take the bus from Ballina Bus Stn to ATU Galwaybus bus
    3. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Doolin Pierbus bus 351
    4. Take the ferry from Doolin to Inis Oírrferry ferry
    8h 25m

  2. Bus, ferry via Castlebar

    1. Take the bus from Béal an Mhuirthead to Castlebarbus bus
    2. Take the bus from Castlebar to ATU Galwaybus bus 430
    3. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Doolin Pierbus bus 351
    4. Take the ferry from Doolin to Inis Oírrferry ferry
    8h 43m

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  • Distance: 266.4 km
  • Duration: 8h 25m

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

There is no direct connection from Belmullet to Aran Islands. However, you can take the bus to Ballina Bus Stn, 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 Béal an Mhuirthead to Inis Oírr via Castlebar, ATU Galway, Doolin Pier, and Doolin in around 8h 43m.

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