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Downpatrick Head to Achill Island

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Downpatrick Head to Achill Island

Cheapest
1 h 37 min
Car
100 km.
from $5
Other
5 h 10 min
57 km.
Select a ticket
5 h 58 min
Bus, Ferry
57 km.
Select a ticket
6 h 1 min
58 km.
from $5.43

Transport providers

Bus operators

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Muingrevagh to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$9.55–$14.01
Bus from Ballina Bus Station to An
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.74–$19.11
Bus from Bangor Erris to An
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$9.55–$14.01

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Ballina Humbert Street to Castlebar
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.74–$19.11

Local Link Mayo

Phone:
094 9005150
Email:
Website:
locallinkmayo.ie/
Bus from Ballina Humbert Street to Castlebar
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Bus from Castlebar to Achill
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Twice a week

McGrath Coaches

Phone:
097 87842
Email:
Website:
mcgrathcoaches.com/
Bus from Ballina Humbert Street to Bangor
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$6.37–$9.55

Other operators

Belmullet Boat Charters

Phone:
+353 86 836 5983
Email:
Website:
belmulletboatcharters.com/
Other from Blacksod Bay to Dugort
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
On demand

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Downpatrick Head to Achill Island?

The cheapest way to get from Downpatrick Head to Achill Island is to drive which costs $20.65 - $30.43 and takes 1h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Downpatrick Head to Achill Island?

The fastest way to get from Downpatrick Head to Achill Island is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs $20.65 - $30.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Downpatrick Head and Achill Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Downpatrick Head to Achill Island. However, there are services departing from Muingrevagh and arriving at Achill Sound via Ballina Humbert Street and Castlebar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Downpatrick Head to Achill Island?

The distance between Downpatrick Head and Achill Island is 130 km. The road distance is 107.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Downpatrick Head to Achill Island without a car is to line 445 bus and bus which takes 5h 10m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Downpatrick Head to Achill Island?

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Downpatrick Head to Achill Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Downpatrick Head to Achill Island bus from?

Downpatrick Head to Achill Island bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Muingrevagh station.

Train, bus or fly from Downpatrick Head to Achill Island?

The best way to get from Downpatrick Head to Achill Island is to line 445 bus and bus which takes 5h 10m and costs . There are no good options to train or bus between Downpatrick Head to Achill Island.

Where does the Downpatrick Head to Achill Island bus arrive?

Downpatrick Head to Achill Island bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Ballina Humbert Street station.

Can I drive from Downpatrick Head to Achill Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Downpatrick Head to Achill Island is 107 km. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Downpatrick Head to Achill Island.

Where can I stay near Achill Island?

There are 60+ hotels available in Achill Island. Prices start at $69.99 per night.
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