Getting to Inishbofin
Inishbofin is about 11 km off the Connemara coast. You get there by ferry from Cleggan, a small harbour village west of Galway.
Get to Galway
Galway city is well connected by train and coach from Dublin. The nearest airports are Shannon and Ireland West Airport Knock; Dublin Airport is further away but has the most flights.
Galway to Cleggan
Cleggan is about 90 minutes' drive west of Galway city. There is also a bus from Galway to Cleggan. Check the current winter timetable before you travel, because services are reduced in the off-season.
Cleggan to Inishbofin by ferry
Inishbofin Island Discovery runs the ferry all year. The crossing takes about 30 minutes, with two return sailings a day in winter. Book online and arrive at the pier about 15 minutes before departure. Phone 095 37228.
Timetable and ticketsOn the island
Most cottages are within walking distance of the pier. Ask your host whether they can meet you or help with luggage.
Winter weather: Atlantic storms can cancel sailings in winter. Leave a spare day either side of anything you can't miss, such as a flight, and keep an eye on the ferry operator's updates.