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How to get fromClifden to Aran Islandsby bus, car, or ferry

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There are 2 ways to get from Clifden to Aran Islands by bus, car, or ferry

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  1. Bus, drive, ferry

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    1. Take the bus from Clifden to An Cheathrú Ruabus bus 432
    2. Drive from An Cheathrú Rua to Doolincar car
    3. Take the ferry from Doolin to Inis Oírrferry ferry
    5h 3m

  2. Bus, ferry

    1. Take the bus from Clifden to Galway Coach Stnbus bus 923
    2. Take the bus from Eyre Square to Doolin Pierbus bus 351
    3. Take the ferry from Doolin to Inis Oírrferry ferry
    6h 5m

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  • Distance: 220.7 km
  • Duration: 5h 3m

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

There is no direct connection from Clifden to Aran Islands. However, you can take the bus to An Cheathrú Rua, drive to Doolin, then take the ferry to Inis Oírr. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Clifden to Inis Oírr via Galway Coach Stn, Eyre Square, Doolin Pier, and Doolin in around 6h 5m.

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