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How to get fromSwords to Achill Islandby train, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Swords to Achill Island by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Castlebartrain train 804 / ...
    2. Take the bus from Castlebar Stn to Droichead Aclabus bus 460a
    6h 34m
    €27–38

  2. Bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Airport Zone 11 to Castlebarbus bus 721
    2. Take the bus from Castlebar to Droichead Aclabus bus 460a / ...
    7h 13m
    €25–39

  3. Drive  308.2 km

    1. Drive from Swords to Dooaghcar car 308.2 km
    3h 51m
    €54–77

Swords to Achill Island by bus, tram, and train

Calendar23Weekly Services
Duration6h 34mAverage Duration
Ticket€27Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 316.9 km
  • Duration: 6h 34m

What companies run services between Swords, Ireland and Achill Island, IE-MO, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Swords Castle to Droichead Acla via Airport Zone 11 and Castlebar in around 7h 13m.

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