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How to get fromLondonderry to Aran Islandsby bus or ferry

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There are 2 ways to get from Londonderry to Aran Islands by bus or ferry

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  1. Bus, ferry

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    1. Take the bus from Derry Bus Station 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
    9h 28m

  2. Bus, ferry via Letterkenny Bus

    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
    10h 20m

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  • Distance: 383.5 km
  • Duration: 9h 28m

What companies run services between Londonderry, Northern Ireland and Aran Islands, Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Londonderry 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 Derry Bus Station to Inis Oírr via Letterkenny Bus, Eyre Square, Doolin Pier, and Doolin in around 10h 20m.

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