How far is it from Doolin to Skellig Islands?

The distance between Doolin and Skellig Islands is 296 km.

How do I travel from Doolin to Skellig Islands without a car?

The best way to get from Doolin to Skellig Islands without a car is to bus and ferry via Killarney which takes 9h 44m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Doolin to Skellig Islands?

It takes approximately 9h 44m to get from Doolin to Skellig Islands, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Skellig Islands?

There are 30+ hotels available in Skellig Islands.

Doolin to Skellig Islands - 2 ways to travel via bus, and ferry

There are 2 ways to get from Doolin to Skellig Islands by bus or ferry

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

Bus, ferry via Killarney
best
1. Take the bus from Doolin to Ennis Bóthar na Trócairebus 350
2. Take the bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Killarney Mission Roadbus 300
3. Take the bus from Killarney Bus Station to Cahersiveenbus 280
4. Take the ferry from Portmagee to Skellig Islandferry
9h 44m
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Doolin to Ennis Stationbus 350
2. Take the bus from Ennis Station to Limerick Colbert Stationbus 51
3. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Tralee Bus Stationbus 13
4. Take the bus from Tralee to The Glenbus R37
5. Take the ferry from Portmagee to Skellig Islandferry
12h 49m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Doolin to Skellig Islands.

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Distance: 296.1 km
Duration: 9h 44m

What companies run services between Doolin, Ireland and Skellig Islands, Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Doolin to Skellig Islands. However, you can take the bus to Ennis Bóthar na Trócaire, walk to Ennis Friars Walk, take the bus to Limerick Arthur's Quay, take the bus to Killarney Mission Road, walk to Killarney Bus Station, take the bus to Cahersiveen, take the taxi to Portmagee, then take the ferry to Skellig Island. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Doolin to Skellig Island via Ennis Station, Limerick Colbert Station, Tralee Bus Station, Tralee, The Glen, and Portmagee in around 12h 49m.

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