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

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There are 3 ways to get from Dublin to Aran Islands by bus, ferry, or train

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  1. Bus, ferry

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    1. Take the bus from Crampton Quay to ATU Galwaybus bus 761 / ...
    2. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Doolin Pierbus bus 351
    3. Take the ferry from Doolin to Inis Oírrferry ferry
    6h 50m

  2. Train, bus, ferry

    1. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Galwaytrain train Ic / ...
    2. Take the bus from Eyre Square to Doolin Pierbus bus 351
    3. Take the ferry from Doolin to Inis Oírrferry ferry
    7h 11m

  3. Train, ferry

    1. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Limerick Junctiontrain train Ic / ...
    2. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Ennistrain train Ic
    3. Take the ferry from Doolin to Inis Oírrferry ferry
    7h 40m

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  • Distance: 299.6 km
  • Duration: 6h 50m

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

There is no direct connection from Dublin 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 train from Dublin Heuston to Inis Oírr via Galway, Eyre Square, Doolin Pier, and Doolin in around 7h 11m.

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