Westport has a conveniently located train station on Altamount Street, which is a short walk from the town centre. For bus services, the main stop can be found on Mill Street, as there is no dedicated bus station.
Direct train services are available from Dublin Heuston Station to Westport, typically taking between 3 hours 15 minutes and 3 hours 30 minutes. Irish Rail operates these services, with single tickets generally ranging from €15 to €35, depending on how far in advance one books.
Bus Éireann and Expressway offer routes from Dublin to Westport. The journey usually takes between 4 hours 46 minutes and 6 hours 10 minutes, with some services potentially involving a transfer. Ticket prices typically range from €17 to €30, with better rates often found when booking ahead.
Ireland West Airport Knock is the closest airport, situated approximately 54-63 kilometres (39 miles) from Westport. From the airport, one can take a Bus Éireann Route 440 service to Westport, which runs every few hours and takes about 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 18 minutes, costing between €8 and €13. Alternatively, a taxi ride takes approximately 46-50 minutes, with fares typically between €80 and €100.
Driving to Westport offers flexibility, with the journey from Dublin covering around 252 kilometres and typically taking 3 hours 15 minutes to 3 hours 30 minutes. Car rental services are available at major Irish airports such as Dublin, Shannon, and Knock, as well as in Westport itself, from providers like Hertz, Enterprise, and Budget. Driving in Ireland is on the left side of the road.
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