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354 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Waterford to Achill Island

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Cheapest
By car (354 km)
4 h 33 min
354 km.
from $19
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Rideshare
4 h 33 min
354 km.
from $13.47
Train
8 h 11 min
268 km.
from $66.41
Bus via Dublin
9 h 12 min
268 km.
from $5.43
Bus
10 h 21 min
268 km.
from $76.02

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Waterford to Kildare
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.29–$21.65
Train from Kildare to Castlebar
Ave. Duration:
2h 33m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$20.38–$30.57

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Merchants Quay to Eden
Ave. Duration:
2h 38m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$20.38–$29.30

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Merchants Quay to Eden
Ave. Duration:
2h 38m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$19.11–$26.75
Bus from Waterford Bus Station to Athlone
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.65–$30.57
Bus from Athlone Station to Westport
Ave. Duration:
3h 21m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$20.38–$29.30

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Crampton Quay to Castlebar
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$20.38–$34.39

J.J.Kavanagh & Sons

Phone:
+353 818 333 222
Email:
Website:
jjkavanagh.ie/
Bus from Merchants Quay to Eden
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.83–$25.48

Local Link Mayo

Phone:
094 9005150
Email:
Website:
locallinkmayo.ie/
Bus from Castlebar to Achill
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Twice a week

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Waterford to Achill Island?

The cheapest way to get from Waterford to Achill Island is to train which costs $38.04 - $59.78 and takes 8h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterford to Achill Island?

The fastest way to get from Waterford to Achill Island is to drive which takes 4h 42m and costs $70.65 - $103.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Waterford and Achill Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterford to Achill Island. However, there are services departing from Merchants Quay and arriving at Achill Sound via Crampton Quay and Castlebar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 12m.

How far is it from Waterford to Achill Island?

The distance between Waterford and Achill Island is 378 km. The road distance is 365.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Waterford to Achill Island without a car is to train which takes 8h 11m and costs $38.04 - $59.78 .

How long does it take to get from Waterford to Achill Island?

It takes approximately 8h 11m to get from Waterford to Achill Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterford to Achill Island bus from?

Waterford to Achill Island bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Merchants Quay station.

Train or bus from Waterford to Achill Island?

The best way to get from Waterford to Achill Island is to train which takes 8h 11m and costs $38.04 - $59.78 . Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin, which costs and takes 9h 12m.

Where does the Waterford to Achill Island bus arrive?

Waterford to Achill Island bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Eden Quay station.

Can I drive from Waterford to Achill Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterford to Achill Island is 365 km. It takes approximately 4h 42m to drive from Waterford 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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