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How to get fromNewport to Aran Islandsby bus or ferry

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

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  1. Bus, ferry

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    1. Take the bus from Castlebar to ATU Galwaybus bus 430
    2. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Doolin Pierbus bus 351
    3. Take the ferry from Doolin to Inis Oírrferry ferry
    7h 33m

  2. Bus, ferry via Galway

    1. Take the bus from Castlebar to Galway Ceanntbus bus 456
    2. Take the bus from Eyre Square to Doolin Pierbus bus 351
    3. Take the ferry from Doolin to Inis Oírrferry ferry
    7h 55m

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  • Distance: 200.7 km
  • Duration: 7h 33m

What companies run services between Newport, IE-MO, Ireland and Aran Islands, Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Newport to Aran Islands. However, you can take the bus to Castlebar, 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 Newport to Inis Oírr via Castlebar, Galway Ceannt, Eyre Square, Doolin Pier, and Doolin in around 7h 55m.

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