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Ireland is well served by regular flights by major international airlines. Public transport to and from airports is not good, so to maximize the enjoyment of your time in Ireland we recommend you hire a car.
One of the most attractive features of rural Ireland is the fact that it is remote and served by winding roads. If you aren't used to these types of roads be sure to drive carefully on the left hand side and carry a good map!
Airports & Airlines
Cork city is the regional hub for trains, planes and car hire and is about 2.5 hours by car from Dooneen. Cork Airport is only 90 minutes by car from Dooneen. Shannon airport is 3.5 hours by car and used mostly for North Atlantic routes by Aer Lingus, Delta and Continental airlines and is also used by some European airlines, including Ryanair one of the budget carriers. Rental cars (reserve in advance) can be picked up at the airports.
Bus
There is a regular bus service from Cork (Bus Aras) at Parnell Square, with a special express service during the summer months, connecting to Kenmare and Killarney. There are also regular and efficient bus services serving all towns and villages in West Cork. Check the Ireland Bus Service for timetables, routes and costs.
Car Ferries
Taxis
Contact George Plant Minibus & Taxi Services Providing private transport services for the West Cork/South East Kerry Region:
(027) 50654, 086 2398123, 087 2398123
Train
There is no train connection to Bantry.
Driving directions
Dooneen is about 35 minutes from Bantry and around 2 hours from Cork city. From Cork take the N71. About 3 miles before Bantry take a left turn to Durrus. In Durrus the road forks, take the road on the right for about 20 minutes, past Ahakista. Once you get to Kilcrohane continue straight for 2.3 miles and look for a small lane on the left. Take this winding and narrow lane for 1 mile until you see Dooneen on the left side, secluded in heather at the end of a gravel avenue. More driving directions are available here. Good maps and online itinerary tools are available here.
Garages, Hackneys & Mini-Bus Services
Wards Hackney Services: Durrus
Car & 8 seat minibus available at reasonable rates
Phone: 027 61476
Mobile: 086 8556189
O'Mahony's Cabs: Kilcrohane
8 seater minibus available. Airprt/train/ferry. 24hr service
Phone: 027 67095
Mobile: 086 8569159
last updated August 2007
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