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How to get fromLetterkenny to Aran Islandby bus, car ferry, or car

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There are 2 ways to get from Letterkenny to Aran Island by bus, car ferry, or car

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  1. Bus, car ferry

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    1. Take the bus from Letterkenny Bus to Ailt an Chorráinbus bus 971
    2. Take the carferry from Burtonport to Arranmorecarferry car ferry
    2h 50m
    €20–38

  2. Drive, car ferry

    1. Drive from Letterkenny to Burtonportcar car
    2. Take the carferry from Burtonport to Arranmorecarferry car ferry
    1h 28m
    €26–45

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Map of how to get from Letterkenny to Aran Island.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 76.1 km
  • Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Letterkenny, Ireland and Aran Island, Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Letterkenny to Aran Island. However, you can take the bus to Ailt an Chorráin, walk to Burtonport, then take the car ferry to Arranmore. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Letterkenny to Aran Island via Burtonport and Arranmore in around 1h 28m.

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