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How to get fromSligo to Aran Islandsby bus or ferry

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

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  1. Bus, ferry

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    1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Stn 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
    6h 43m

  2. Bus, ferry via Galway

    1. Take the bus from ATU Sligo 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
    7h

  3. Bus, ferry via Doolin

    1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Stn to ATU Galwaybus bus 64
    2. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Doolinbus bus 350
    3. Take the ferry from Doolin to Inis Oírrferry ferry
    7h 16m

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Map of how to get from Sligo to Aran Islands.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 239.1 km
  • Duration: 6h 43m

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

There is no direct connection from Sligo 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 ATU Sligo to Inis Oírr via Eyre Square, Doolin Pier, and Doolin in around 7h.

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