
The Island
Arranmore Island is Donegal’s largest inhabited island and the second largest in all of Ireland with a population of over 500 people. As part of County Donegal’s Gaeltacht region, an area where Gaeilge is spoken by the community, the island still holds on to its many traditions and has a rich culture unique to Arranmore itself.
The island is steeped in history and has connection to many famous events in Irish history, from the times of the ancient clans of Ireland through to the Spanish Armada, the 1798 rebellion and beyond.
Around the Island


How To Get Here
The Closest airport to Arranmore Island and Burtonport is Donegal Airport, which has connecting flights to Dublin (via Aer Lingus) and Glasgow (via Loganair).
Belfast airport also have regular flights within driving distance from the island.
Public Transport
You can travel to Burtonport via bus from Letterkenny with Local Link: The Letterkenny to Burtonport (and return) route is 271.
Doherty’s Coaches also run regular services.
