Plan the crossing from Killimer to Tarbert (Kerry), with departure-port details, Shannon Ferries and onward travel after arrival.
Search available crossings by date, passenger and vehicle. If this local route is absent from the search, use the official operator link above.
Check your ports, passengers, vehicle and dates before completing the reservation.
This Shannon Estuary crossing joins County Clare and County Kerry, cutting out the road journey around the estuary via Limerick.
Tarbert in County Kerry is unrelated to either Scottish Tarbert ferry port.
This journey starts at Killimer (County Clare) and finishes at Tarbert (Kerry) (County Kerry). Use the route in this direction when checking departure times; the return guide has the opposite boarding point.
Tarbert (Kerry) to Killimer ferry guide covers the opposite departure port, arrival arrangements and onward connections.
The ferry terminal is on the northern side of the Shannon Estuary. It provides a coastal link to County Kerry without the Limerick road detour.
Before setting off for Killimer, check the operator’s departure pier and the day’s service notice. Leave enough time to reach the boarding area with your luggage or vehicle.
Tarbert is the southern Shannon ferry terminal. It is unrelated to Tarbert on Harris or Tarbert on Loch Fyne in Scotland.
Plan your onward journey from the landing point at Tarbert (Kerry). If someone is collecting you, agree the pier and allow time to disembark; book any onward transport before relying on a tight connection.
Shannon Ferries connects Killimer in County Clare with Tarbert in County Kerry across the Shannon Estuary.
The crossing provides a useful Wild Atlantic Way link between Clare and Kerry without driving through Limerick. It is a short vehicle passage rather than an offshore island ferry.
Confirm the current operating hours, queue and vehicle category. An online ticket may have different conditions from a timed vehicle reservation on an international ferry.
Check the named harbour and local arrival time against onward transport. A short boat trip can still leave a long road journey to accommodation, and island buses may be tied to particular sailings. Arrange a realistic return plan before committing to a day visit.
Travel arrangements for Killimer to Tarbert (Kerry): Cars and foot passengers. Check the operator’s current sailing information before making onward bookings.
Plan this crossing around travelling without your car. Check where to park at the departure harbour and how to reach your accommodation from the arrival pier. Ask the operator about bicycles, pushchairs, luggage and any mobility assistance before travelling.
Use the operator’s published fare table or dated booking quote to check single and return tickets, concessions and payment arrangements. Check the final return sailing before planning a day trip; seasonal or weather-related changes may affect the last departure.
Check Shannon Ferries for the current timetable, ticket arrangements and availability. The Direct Ferries form also lets you compare services offered through its booking search.
The departure point is Killimer. Read the departure-port panel and follow the operator’s terminal or pier instructions; allow for local access, boarding and luggage.
Cars and foot passengers. Plan to leave your car on the departure side. Check bicycles, luggage and mobility assistance directly with the operator before travelling.
The Tarbert (Kerry) to Killimer guide covers the other direction. Check both timetables before planning a return trip.
