TRAVEL

How do I get to Cape Clear Island?

Cape Clear is an island located 12 km (approx. 45 minutes by ferry) off the South West coast of Ireland. A regular boat/ferry runs from the village of Baltimore. Allow plenty of time to park the car, enjoy the village refreshments and amenities, and get yourselves to the ferry. It doesn’t wait for you, if it’s going… it’s gone.

From Cork: The nearest airport is Cork International Airport which is located 58 miles (93 Km) or approximately 1hr 45 by car from Baltimore. Cork airport is about 15 minutes outside of Cork City.

From Dublin: Dublin International Airport is 360 km or approximately 4hrs 45 from Baltimore by car.

From Shannon: Shannon Airport is located 197 km or approximately 3hrs 12 from Baltimore by car.

By Bus: The best way to travel to Cape by bus is to go from Cork City (which can be reached by regular trains and buses from Dublin). You can take Bus Éireann Bus 237, or West Cork Connect Bus 230, from Cork to Skibbereen. From Skibbereen to Baltimore you can take TFI Local Link Bus 266.

Ferry to Island foot passengers only, allow plenty of time for car parking. It is best to book sailings online. NOTE: you will still need to pick up your ferry ticket from their office at the pier before boarding the ferry. For more info see: https://www.capeclearferries.com/timetables/ 

How do I get around Cape Clear Island?

Walking is best for enjoying the fresh air and scenery! Cape Clear also has 2 electric bus that do loops around the island during the festival weekend. You can find the bus waiting at the harbour when a ferry arrives. They operate on a first-come, first-serve basis. Buses will also run in the evenings for transporting people to the evening events.

One bus takes 4 passengers; the other bus takes 6. Due to the restricted spaces available on buses, we encourage visitors to please leave these available to those that need it most, and walk were possible. Please note, that our beautiful Cape Clear Island is hilly, so keep this in mind when considering your visit and the amount of time needed to get to some of the further away venues.