The Burren region is easily reached by sea and air. Shannon International Airport and Galway Regional Airport are close to the Burren. Shannon airport, an ideal stop for transatlantic visits, and now one of Ryanair's European hubs, is about a one hour drive from the Burren. Galway airport has good connections to Dublin, the UK and also has a few flights to the continent. It is only about thirty minutes from the Airport to Kinvara in the northern Burren. The Burren is approximately a three hour drive from Cork or Dublin Airports. Dublin and Dun Laoghaire sea ports are c.3.5 hours away while Rosslare would be a 4 hour trip.
The Burren region has good rail connections with Train Stations at Ennis and Galway less than a 40 minute trip. Within the Burren there is an extensive network of roads linking the region's towns, whether you are traveling by rental car, bicycle, bus or even on foot. Small Coach Tours are fast becoming the way for groups to get around the region. We recommend the friendly services of Brian Farrell from the well-established Burren Coaches group. See http://www.burrencoaches.ie for more information.
Within this section you will find some information on getting to the Burren and getting around. For more detailed information, use the links provided or contact info@burrenbeo.com. See also our Interactive map to help you plan your journey.
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