The cable car takes you from the mainland to Dursey Island from where you can enjoy a beautiful, quiet hike. There’s parking near the cable car station and the journey across the water takes around 15 minutes. There is a ferry, but the cable car is far more convenient and more frequent. For more details about times and prices see: durseyisland.ie/times.html

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October 17, 2024

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The cable car to Dursey Island is definitely a special experience. It floats high above Dursey Sound and offers sweeping views of the deep blue sea and the rugged coastline …

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July 8, 2018

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Further information on travel times and prices at:
durseyisland.ie/cable-car-timetable.html

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1. Dursey Island loop via Ireland's only cable car

14.5km

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Dursey Island Cable Car – Garrinish Point loop from Ballydonegan

6.01km

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180m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Dursey Island Cable Car – Garrinish Point loop from Ballydonegan

5.43km

01:40

180m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Dursey Island Cable Car

1. Dursey Island loop via Ireland's only cable car

2. Dursey Island Cable Car – Garrinish Point loop from Ballydonegan

3. Dursey Island Cable Car – Garrinish Point loop from Ballydonegan

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