Westport to Clifden Bus Service

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Bus Service Westport to Clifden

Bus Eireann Westport to Clifden Westport to Clifden – Bus Éireann – (Route 423)
Stop Location Monday To Sunday
Westport Railway Station 07:10 09:10 11:55 13:45 16:15 18:30
Westport Mill St Eastbound Stop 07:13 09:13 11:58 13:48 16:18 18:33
Knappagh Southbound 07:24 09:31 12:16 13:59 16:29 18:44
Cuslough Southbound 07:34 09:40 12:25 14:09 16:38 18:53
Leenane Hamiltons 07:54 10:01 12:46 14:29 16:59 19:13
Salruck Cross Opp Hostel 08:02 10:08 12:53 14:37 17:05 19:19
Recess Cross Westbound 08:09 10:15 13:00 14:44 17:12 19:26
Kylemore Opp Abbey Entrance 08:14 10:21 13:06 14:49 17:18 19:31
Letterfrack Opp Veldons 08:20 10:26 13:10 14:55 17:23 19:36
Moyard Post Office 08:28 10:33 13:17 15:03 17:31 19:44
Clifden Library 08:42 10:48 13:32 15:17 17:45 19:58

Embarking on the bus journey from Westport, County Mayo, to Clifden, County Galway, is not just a means of transport; it’s a scenic tour through some of Ireland’s most spectacular landscapes. This journey takes you through the heart of Connemara, showcasing its rugged beauty and famous landmarks.

Some of the notable sights along the way: As you leave the charming, planned town of Westport, the landscape quickly transforms, and you’ll want to have your camera ready.

  • Croagh Patrick: Just outside Westport, you will pass by the unmistakable sight of Croagh Patrick, Ireland’s holy mountain. This iconic pilgrimage site, with its conical peak, dominates the landscape and offers a stunning backdrop as you begin your journey south.
  • The Doolough Valley: The bus route takes you through the hauntingly beautiful Doolough Valley. This area is known for its stark, rugged scenery and its poignant history as the site of the Doolough Tragedy during the Great Famine. The vast, empty landscape is a powerful reminder of Ireland’s past.
  • Killary Fjord: As the bus winds through the mountains, you’ll arrive at Killary Harbour, Ireland’s only fjord. This is a breathtaking sight, with the water stretching inland and surrounded by steep, dramatic hillsides. You might even catch a glimpse of mussel and salmon farms in the water.
  • Leenane (Leenaun): The bus makes a stop in the small, picturesque village of Leenane, located at the head of Killary Fjord. This village is famous as the setting for the film “The Field” and is a popular stop for tourists.
  • Kylemore Abbey: One of the most iconic sights in all of Connemara is the magnificent Kylemore Abbey. As the bus approaches, you’ll be treated to a spectacular view of this neo-Gothic castle, with its intricate architecture reflected in the waters of Pollacapall Lough, surrounded by the Connemara mountains.
  • Connemara National Park: While the bus does not go directly through the park, the route passes through Letterfrack, a village at the foot of Diamond Hill, the main hiking trail in Connemara National Park. You’ll get a real sense of the park’s vast and wild terrain from the bus window.
  • Clifden: The journey concludes as the bus pulls into the vibrant market town of Clifden, a lively town nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and the Twelve Bens mountain range. From the bus stop, you arrive at Market Street, filled with traditional pubs, artisan shops, and excellent restaurants.

This bus journey offers an effortless and scenic way to travel between these two popular destinations, allowing you to relax and soak in the raw, untamed beauty of the west of Ireland without the stress of driving.