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302 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Swords to Achill Island

Composite routes from Swords to Achill Island

Cheapest
3 h 46 min
Car
302 km.
from $16
Other
7 h 46 min
254 km.
Select a ticket
8 h 57 min
Bus, Ferry
252 km.
Select a ticket

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Dublin Heuston to Castlebar
Ave. Duration:
2h 57m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$25.48–$36.94

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Dublin, Airport to Ballina,
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$25.48–$35.67

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Dublin, Airport to Ballina,
Ave. Duration:
3h 56m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$24.20–$35.67
Bus from Ballina Bus Station to An
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.74–$19.11

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
info@citylink.ie
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Dublin Airport Zone 11 to Castlebar
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$20.38–$35.67

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

Other operators

Belmullet Boat Charters

Phone:
+353 86 836 5983
Email:
belmulletboatcharters@gmail.com
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 Swords to Achill Island?

The cheapest way to get from Swords to Achill Island is to train which costs $34.78 - $50 and takes 7h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swords to Achill Island is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs $59.78 - $86.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Swords and Achill Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Swords to Achill Island. However, there are services departing from Fingal Co Co and arriving at Achill Sound via Dublin Airport Zone 11 and CastlebarTesco. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 46m.

How far is it from Swords to Achill Island?

The distance between Swords and Achill Island is 316 km. The road distance is 312.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Swords to Achill Island without a car is to train which takes 7h 36m and costs $34.78 - $50 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 36m to get from Swords to Achill Island, including transfers.

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

Swords to Achill Island bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Dublin Airport Zone 11 station.

Train or bus from Swords to Achill Island?

The best way to get from Swords to Achill Island is to train which takes 7h 36m and costs $34.78 - $50 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 46m.

Where does the Swords to Achill Island bus arrive?

Swords to Achill Island bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Castlebar station.

Can I drive from Swords to Achill Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Swords to Achill Island is 312 km. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Swords 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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