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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Carrick-On-Shannon to Achill Island

Composite routes from Carrick-On-Shannon to Achill Island

Cheapest
2 h 6 min
Car
145 km.
from $7
Other
4 h 41 min
Taxi, Train, Bus
123 km.
from $136.50
5 h 57 min
124 km.
from $50.26
5 h 47 min
124 km.
from $38.04
6 h 7 min
124 km.
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Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Castlerea to Westport
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.19–$15.29

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Ballinagare to Swinford
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$14.01–$20.38

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Westport to Gob
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.19–$14.01
Bus from Ballinagare to Swinford
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.19–$15.29
Bus from Swinford to Westport
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.19–$15.29
Bus from Castlerea to Westport
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.56–$24.20
Bus from Castlerea to Castlebar
Ave. Duration:
2h 2m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.29–$21.65

Local Link Mayo

Phone:
094 9005150
Email:
Mayo@locallink.ie
Website:
locallinkmayo.ie/
Bus from CastlebarTesco to Achill
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Twice a week

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Carrick-on-Shannon to Achill Island?

The cheapest way to get from Carrick-on-Shannon to Achill Island is to bus which costs $29.35 - $42.39 and takes 5h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carrick-on-Shannon to Achill Island?

The fastest way to get from Carrick-on-Shannon to Achill Island is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs $29.35 - $43.48 .

Is there a direct bus between Carrick-on-Shannon and Achill Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Carrick-on-Shannon to Achill Island. However, there are services departing from Park Lane and arriving at Gob an Choire via Ballinagare, Swinford and Westport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

How far is it from Carrick-on-Shannon to Achill Island?

The distance between Carrick-on-Shannon and Achill Island is 159 km. The road distance is 155.8 km.

How do I travel from Carrick-on-Shannon to Achill Island without a car?

The best way to get from Carrick-on-Shannon to Achill Island without a car is to taxi and train and bus which takes 4h 41m and costs $81.52 - $108.70 .

How long does it take to get from Carrick-on-Shannon to Achill Island?

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Carrick-on-Shannon to Achill Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carrick-on-Shannon to Achill Island bus from?

Carrick-on-Shannon to Achill Island bus services, operated by Expressway, depart from Ballinagare station.

Where does the Carrick-on-Shannon to Achill Island bus arrive?

Carrick-on-Shannon to Achill Island bus services, operated by Expressway, arrive at Swinford station.

Can I drive from Carrick-on-Shannon to Achill Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrick-on-Shannon to Achill Island is 156 km. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Carrick-on-Shannon 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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