Depending on traffic and where you are leaving from - and it will be very busy at that time of year - it can take 3 hours or more to get to the end of the motorway. And then a further 45 minutes or so to get to the Cliffs.
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This is a stunningly beautiful trail of medium to high difficulty that is suitable for a wide range of people and is a great way of spending a morning. A distance of eight kilometres – or five miles – it takes about two hours each way to complete.
You could see it on a day trip, but the best way to come enjoy the outstanding beauty of the Cliffs of Moher is as part of a coastal journey. Take a small group trip or self-drive tour from Dublin to the west coast. You could start from the north, in Donegal, and follow the Wild Atlantic Way south.
Dublin to Cliffs of Moher – car rental guideThe Cliffs form part of Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way route and are an absolute must see when visiting the country. We highly recommend driving yourself as opposed to going on a tour because it means you can explore other places along the way.
We recommend spending a minimum of two hours at the Cliffs of Moher, though many visitors choose to spend a little longer. If you are doing the Cliffs of Moher Coastal walk, commencing at Cliffs of Moher Experience this will take anything from 2 hours each way. See Cliffs of Moher Coastal walk.
The Cliffs of Moher Coastal Walk connects the lively villages of Liscannor and Doolin, via the Cliffs of Moher Experience. A linear route of 20km, it takes 4.5 hours to complete.
Visit outside of peak times – which are between 11am and 4pm – for a more pleasant and peaceful experience. Sunrise and sunset visits are very special and memorable.
Pack warm clothing and a rain jacketBe prepared for wild weather mood swings. One minute might be rainy, and the next one might be sunny. Even if you check the forecast for a general idea of the day, no one ever really knows what the weather around the Cliffs will be like. The best thing you can do is be prepared.
Another option is to start in Hags Head, walk the 6 km to the Visitor Center, and take the shuttle back to your car. Or, you could walk the entire 11 km along the cliffs, which is called the Cliffs of Moher Coastal Walk. PRO TRAVEL TIP: We recommend walking at least a small portion of the Cliffs.
The Cliff Walk is 8km each way. It takes 2 hours to reach the visitor centre. As you stroll you will be presented with amazing views of Clare's coastline, please note that the Cliffs are not visible until an hour and a half into the walk.
The cliffs are accessible year-round except on December 24-26 and are exceptionally pleasant from April to September. But mind that this is also the prime tourist season, peaking in July and August.
The official path is there to protect you as well as the surrounding land. Apart from keeping you from getting lost and from trampling and private land which the Cliffs Coastal Walk cuts through, the path is designed to keep you a safe distance from the edge of the cliffs.
Distance From Doolin to the Cliffs Of MoherThe Doolin Cliff Walk is 8km long, (5 miles)each way, so it's not too challenging and most people should be able to complete the trail without any problems. I would recommend giving yourself at least 3 hours to complete the walk, even if you're a relatively experienced hiker.
Moher Sports Field Parking to Cliffs of Moher Visitor Centre ?- 6 km (1.5 to 2 hours). Cliffs of Moher Visitor Centre to Doolin ?- 8km (?2.5 to 3 hours?). Its possible to return to Doolin or Liscannor from the Cliffs of Moher Visitor Centre using the Bus Eireann 350 Bus or local taxi.
Technically, the Cliffs of Moher has two coastal cliff walks, the first starting from a small town called Doolin and the Second starting at Hag's Head. You can of course combine the two if you feel like walking 25km in total.