Coastal routesWild Atlantic Way by Rental Car: Route and Itinerary
The Wild Atlantic Way is a 2,500 km coastal route from Malin Head to Kinsale. Tourism Ireland's example itinerary takes 10 days for 1,241 km.
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Knock is a small Mayo village turned national pilgrimage site after locals reported an apparition at the gable of the parish church. Bog and drumlin country surrounds it, and the roads run empty for long stretches between one crossroads and the next.
Knock is reached by N17, N5 and R323. Parking in the centre is mostly free.
Bus Éireann route 440 serves both Ireland West Airport Knock and Knock village, coming from Westport via Castlebar, Swinford and Charlestown. It continues beyond the village to Claremorris, Ballyhaunis, Roscommon and Athlone. Taxi firms are based at the airport.
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Typical capacity for the category — the exact model is confirmed by the rental company at booking.
On the left. If you are used to the right, allow yourself a little time at the start — junctions and roundabouts catch people out, not the straight roads.
Prices are usually set in EUR. The rental company sets both the price and the deposit, and shows them before you book.
Often yes within the EU, but never assume it. Crossing a border has to be allowed by the rental company and usually costs extra, so check the terms before you book.
Street parking in the centre is mostly free.
Some motorways charge at the barrier, others are free. Payment is by cash or an electronic tag.
More rental desks are at Ireland West Airport Knock.
Coastal routesThe Wild Atlantic Way is a 2,500 km coastal route from Malin Head to Kinsale. Tourism Ireland's example itinerary takes 10 days for 1,241 km.
Nov 2, 20264 min read