How far is it from Slane to Aran Islands?

The distance between Slane and Aran Islands is 347 km.

How do I travel from Slane to Aran Islands without a car?

The best way to get from Slane to Aran Islands without a car is to bus and ferry which takes 8h 7m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Slane to Aran Islands?

It takes approximately 8h 7m to get from Slane to Aran Islands, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Aran Islands?

There are 188+ hotels available in Aran Islands.

Slane to Aran Islands - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and ferry

There are 3 ways to get from Slane to Aran 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 Slane to Abbey Street980
2. Take the bus from Crampton Quay to ATU Galway761 / ...
3. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Doolin Pier351
4. Take the ferry from Doolin to Inis Oírr
8h 7m
Bus, train, ferry via Tipperary
1. Take the bus from Slane to Abbey Street980
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Limerick JunctionIc / ...
3. Take the train from Limerick Junction to EnnisIc
4. Take the ferry from Doolin to Inis Oírr
9h 39m
Bus, train, ferry
1. Take the bus from Slane to Athlone Station190
2. Take the train from Athlone to GalwayIc / ...
3. Take the bus from Eyre Square to Doolin Pier351
4. Take the ferry from Doolin to Inis Oírr
9h 11m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Slane to Aran Islands.

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Distance: 347.2 km
Duration: 8h 7m

What companies run services between Slane, Ireland and Aran Islands, Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Slane to Aran Islands. However, you can take the bus to Abbey Street, walk to Crampton Quay, take the bus to ATU Galway, take the bus to Doolin Pier, walk to Doolin, then take the ferry to Inis Oírr. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Slane to Inis Oírr via Abbey Street, Abbey Street, Heuston, Dublin Heuston, Limerick Junction, Ennis, Ennis Bus Station, The Hand Cross Roads, and Doolin in around 9h 39m.

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