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How to get fromCounty Kerry to Skellig Islandsby bus, ferry or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from County Kerry to Skellig Islands by bus, ferry, or taxi

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  1. Bus, ferry via Cahersiveen

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    1. Take the bus from Milltown to Cahersiveenbus bus 279A
    2. Take the ferry from Portmagee to Skellig Islandferry ferry
    3h 6m

  2. Taxi, ferry

    1. Take the taxi from County Kerry to Portmageetaxi taxi
    2. Take the ferry from Portmagee to Skellig Islandferry ferry
    2h 1m

  3. Bus, ferry

    1. Take the bus from Killorglin to The Glenbus bus R37
    2. Take the ferry from Portmagee to Skellig Islandferry ferry
    4h 51m

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What companies run services between County Kerry, Ireland and Skellig Islands, Ireland?

There is no direct connection from County Kerry to Skellig Islands. However, you can take the bus to Cahersiveen, take the taxi to Portmagee, then take the ferry to Skellig Island. Alternatively, you can take the taxi to Portmagee then take the ferry to Skellig Island.

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