How far is it from Limerick to Skellig Islands?

The distance between Limerick and Skellig Islands is 206 km.

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

The best way to get from Limerick to Skellig Islands without a car is to bus and ferry which takes 6h 48m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 48m to get from Limerick to Skellig Islands, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Skellig Islands?

There are 77+ hotels available in Skellig Islands.

Limerick to Skellig Islands - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and ferry

There are 3 ways to get from Limerick to Skellig Islands by bus, ferry, or train

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
best
1. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Killarney Bus Stationbus 14
2. Take the bus from Killarney Bus Station to Cahersiveenbus 280
3. Take the ferry from Portmagee to Skellig Islandferry
6h 48m
Train, bus, ferry
1. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Killarneytrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Killarney Bus Station to Cahersiveenbus 280
3. Take the ferry from Portmagee to Skellig Islandferry
7h 44m
Bus, ferry via Tralee
1. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Tralee Bus Stationbus 13
2. Take the bus from Tralee to The Glenbus R37
3. Take the ferry from Portmagee to Skellig Islandferry
9h 2m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Limerick to Skellig Islands.

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Distance: 206.1 km
Duration: 6h 48m

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

There is no direct connection from Limerick to Skellig Islands. However, you can take the bus 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 train from Limerick to Skellig Island via Limerick Junction, Killarney, Killarney Bus Station, Cahersiveen, and Portmagee in around 7h 44m.

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