Getting to Inis Oirr

Inis Oirr, the smallest island of the Aran Islands can be accessed by passenger ferry or by airplane. The passenger ferries depart from Rossaveel and Doolin. The airplane to Inis Oirr departs from Connemara Regional Airport. You cannot take your car on the ferry to the Island.

Getting to Inis Oirr by Sea

Aran Island Ferries from Rossaveel

Ferry from Rossaveel – Inis Oirr

The ferry terminal to Inis Oirr is located in Rossaveel, a small town located 37km west of Galway City Center. The ferry terminal is accessed by both shuttle bus from Galway City and by car. Parking is available at Rossaveel port 24 hours a day. You cannot take your car on the ferry to the Island.

Aran Island Ferries sail from Rossaveel to Inis Oirr year-round. The ferry from Rossaveel to Inis Oirr takes 55mins. Depending on your arrival time visitors have anywhere from 4-7hrs to cycle and explore the islands famous forts, shops, and beaches before the ferry departs on its return journey. Some passengers prefer to explore all of what Inis Oirr has to offer and stay overnight and enjoy the islands rich nightlife, culture and restaurants.

Sailing Times

Departing Rossaveel to Inis Oirr

October – March: 10:30am, 6:00pm (6:30pm Friday only)

April – September: 10:30am, 1:00pm, 6:00pm (6:30pm Friday only)

Departing: Inis Oirr to Rossaveel

October – March: 8:00am (Monday – Saturday), 8:45 am (Sunday), &4:30 pm

April – September: 8:00am (Monday – Saturday), 8:45am (Sunday) & 4:30pm

Cost

The cost of the ferry from Rossaveel to Inis Oirr is as follows:

 Return Ferry FareSingle Ferry Fare
Adult€30€17
Student (with valid ID)€25€14
Senior (65+)€25€14
Child (5-12 years old)€15€10

Shuttle Bus

Aran Island Ferries offer a shuttle bus from Galway City to the ferry terminal in Rossaveel for all of their scheduled departures. The shuttle bus departs from Queen St. located just off Eyre Square and takes approximately one hour to the ferry terminal in Rossaveel. If you are not taking the shuttle bus, you must make your own transport arrangements to the ferry terminal in Rossaveel. See shuttle bus costs below:

 Return Shuttle Bus FareSingle Shuttle Bus Fare
Adult€9€5
Student (with valid ID)€8€4.50
Senior (65+)€8€4.50
Child (5-12 years old)€6€3.50

Reservations

To avoid disappointment, it is highly recommended to book in advance. For information on booking the ferry service from Rossaveel to Inis Oirr click here.

Ferry from Doolin – Inis Oirr

Doolin Ferry to Inis Oirr

The passenger ferry from Doolin operates on a seasonal basis (April – October). The ferry terminal to Inis Oirr is located at Doolin pier, just outside the village. The sailing time is approximately 15mins. each way to Inis Oirr. Depending on your arrival time visitors have anywhere from 4-7hrs to cycle and explore the islands famous forts, shops and beaches before the ferry departs on its return journey. Some passengers prefer to explore all of what Inis Oirr has to offer and stay overnight and enjoy the islands rich nightlife, culture and restaurants.

Sailing times

Doolin to Inis OirrInis Oirr to Doolin
10:0010:30
11:0011:30
13:0013:45
14:3016:45
17:15 

Cost

The cost of for a round trip from Doolin to Inis Oirr is as follows:

Adult€32
Student/Senior€39
Child 5+€16
Child under 4€0
Family (2 adults, 2 children)€85
Family (2 adults, 3 children)€95
Family (2 adults, 4 children)€110

Reservations

We recommend booking ahead particularly in the summer months. Ferry seats are limited so it’s best to reserve ahead of time to avoid disappointment. Visit www.doolinferry.com to book your tickets.

Getting to Inis Oirr by Air

Aer Arann plane from Connemara to Inis Oirr

From Connemara Regional Airport – Inis Oirr

The Connemara Regional Airport is located in Inveran, a small village 30km west of Galway City. The airport is accessed by both shuttle bus from Galway City and by car. Parking is available at the airport 24 hours a day.

Aer Arann Islands fly from Connemara Regional Airport to Inis Oirr year-round but are weather dependent. The planes to the islands are small and carry 9 passengers. The flight from Connemara Regional Airport to Inis Oirr takes less than 10mins. Depending on your arrival time visitors have anywhere from 4-7hrs to cycle and explore the islands famous forts, shops and beaches before the plane departs on its return journey. Some passengers prefer to explore all of what Inis Oirr has to offer and stay overnight and enjoy the islands rich nightlife, culture and restaurants.

Aer Arann Departure Times:

Connemara Regional Airport to Inis Oirr Summer Timetable

February – October TimetableMonday to FridaySaturdaySunday & Bank Holiday
 9:009:0010:00
 10:3010:3016:30
 16:3016:30 

Inis Oirr to Connemara Regional Airport Summer Timetable

February – October TimetableMonday to FridaySaturdaySunday & Bank Holiday
 9:159:1510:15
 10:4510:4516:45
 16:4516:45 

Connemara Regional Airport to Inis Oirr Winter Timetable

November – January TimetableMonday to FridaySaturdaySunday & Bank Holiday
 9:009:0010:00
 10:3010:3015:30
 15:3015:30 

Inis Oirr to Connemara Regional Airport Winter Timetable

November – January TimetableMonday to FridaySaturdaySunday & Bank Holiday
 9:159:1510:15
 10:4510:4515:45
 15:4515:45 

Cost

The cost to fly to Inis Oirr from Connemara Airport is as follows:

 Return AirfareSingle Airfare
Adult€63€35
Student (18+)€50€30
Senior (65+)€15€15
Under 18 years old*€36€20
Infant (0-2 years old)*€0€0

*Must be accompanied by an adult

Shuttle Bus

A shuttle bus service can only be booked with a flight. The shuttle bus pickup/drop-off location is the Victoria hotel located near Eyre Square. The shuttle bus costs €5 each way.

Reservations

To avoid disappointment, it is highly recommended to book in advance. For more information on booking the air service from Connemara Regional Airport to Inis Oirr click here.