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How to get fromLetterkenny to Aran Islandsby bus or ferry

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

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  1. Bus, ferry

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    1. Take the bus from Letterkenny Bus 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 48m

  2. Bus, ferry via Galway

    1. Take the bus from Letterkenny Bus 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 50m

  3. Bus, ferry via Galway #2

    1. Take the bus from Letterkenny Bus 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
    9h 32m

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  • Distance: 350.8 km
  • Duration: 8h 48m

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

There is no direct connection from Letterkenny 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 bus from Letterkenny Bus to Inis Oírr via Eyre Square, Doolin Pier, and Doolin in around 8h 50m.

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