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How to get fromDonegal to Aran Islandsby bus or ferry

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There are 3 ways to get from Donegal to Aran Islands by bus or ferry

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  1. Bus, ferry

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    1. Take the bus from Donegal to Eyre Squarebus bus 964
    2. Take the bus from Eyre Square to Doolin Pierbus bus 351
    3. Take the ferry from Doolin to Inis Oírrferry ferry
    8h

  2. Bus, ferry via Galway

    1. Take the bus from Donegal to ATU Galwaybus bus 64
    2. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Doolin Pierbus bus 351
    3. Take the ferry from Doolin to Inis Oírrferry ferry
    8h 3m

  3. Bus, ferry via Doolin

    1. Take the bus from Donegal to Eyre Squarebus bus 964
    2. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt to Doolinbus bus 350
    3. Take the ferry from Doolin to Inis Oírrferry ferry
    8h 42m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Donegal to Aran Islands.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 303.6 km
  • Duration: 8h

What companies run services between Donegal, Ulster, Ireland and Aran Islands, Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Donegal to Aran Islands. However, you can take the bus to Eyre Square, take the bus to Doolin Pier, walk to Doolin, then take the ferry to Inis Oírr. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Donegal to Inis Oírr via ATU Galway, Doolin Pier, and Doolin in around 8h 3m.

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