What is the cheapest way to get from Achill Island to Limerick?

The cheapest way to get from Achill Island to Limerick is to drive which costs €35 - €60 and takes 3h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Achill Island to Limerick?

The fastest way to get from Achill Island to Limerick is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Achill Island and Limerick?

No, there is no direct bus from Achill Island to Limerick. However, there are services departing from Droichead Acla and arriving at UL East Gate via Westport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Achill Island to Limerick?

The distance between Achill Island and Limerick is 236 km. The road distance is 231.4 km.

How do I travel from Achill Island to Limerick without a car?

The best way to get from Achill Island to Limerick without a car is to bus which takes 5h 7m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Achill Island to Limerick?

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Achill Island to Limerick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Achill Island to Limerick bus from?

Achill Island to Limerick bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Droichead Acla station.

Where does the Achill Island to Limerick bus arrive?

Achill Island to Limerick bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Westport station.

Can I drive from Achill Island to Limerick?

Yes, the driving distance between Achill Island to Limerick is 231 km. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Achill Island to Limerick.

Where can I stay near Limerick?

There are 148+ hotels available in Limerick.

Achill Island to Limerick - 4 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Achill Island to Limerick by bus or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Droichead Acla to Westportbus 450
2. Take the bus from Westport to UL East Gatebus Ul05
5h 7m
Drive 231.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Dooagh to Limerickcar 231.4 km
3h 1m
€39–56
Bus via Galway
1. Take the bus from Droichead Acla to Castlebarbus
2. Take the bus from Castlebar to ATU Galwaybus 52
3. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Henry Streetbus 251
6h
Bus via Galway #2
1. Take the bus from Droichead Acla to Castlebarbus
2. Take the bus from Castlebar to Galway Ceannt Stationbus 52
3. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt Station to Limerick Colbert Stationbus 51
6h 52m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Achill Island to Limerick.

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Distance: 235.6 km
Duration: 5h 7m

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

You can take a bus from Droichead Acla to UL East Gate via Westport in around 5h 7m.

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