Chauffeur-Driven Comfort to Westport – Croagh Patrick Views, Coastal Charm
Fringed by island-dotted Clew Bay and watched by the quartzite cone of Croagh Patrick, Westport blends Georgian grace with Wild Atlantic Way energy. If you need a private transfer (private chauffeur / private driver Ireland) straight from Dublin Airport, expect around 260 km of relaxed comfort in a Mercedes, with optional stopovers tailored to your interests.
Snapshot for Planners
- Distance: ~260 km / 161 mi
- Typical drive: ~3 h 10 min (no extended stops)
- Route: M50 → M4 / N4 → N5 → N59 (final kilometres into Westport)
- Complimentary comfort pause: 20 minutes on request
Fleet & Prices (One-Way)
- Mercedes Viano (7 passengers / 7 suitcases): €520
- Mercedes S-Class LWB / First Class (3 passengers / 2 large cases): €570
- Optional stopovers: 1 hour + €60 • 2 hours + €100
Realistic Detours Along the Route
- Castletown House, Celbridge – Ireland’s largest Georgian mansion (≈ 5 min off M4, J5)
- Trim Castle – towering Norman fortress, “Braveheart” filming location (≈ 15 min off M4, J9)
- Belvedere House & Gardens, Mullingar – the “Jealous Wall” and lakeside walks (≈ 8 min off N4)
- Corlea Trackway Visitor Centre – 2,000-year-old oak road through the bogs (≈ 12 min off N55)
- Strokestown Park & National Famine Museum – stately home and powerful famine story (right on N5)
- Rathcroghan Visitor Centre, Tulsk – royal site of Connacht and Irish mythology (≈ 4 min off N5)
- National Museum of Country Life, Turlough Park – folk culture in a Victorian estate (≈ 10 min off N5 before Castlebar)
Accolades & Distinctions
- Ireland’s Tidiest Town 2012
- “Best Place to Live in Ireland” (Irish Times readers’ poll, 2012)
- Great Western Greenway – multi-award-winning off-road cycling trail
Moments Not to Miss
- Dawn over Clew Bay – “365 islands for 365 days”
- Cycle or e-bike the Great Western Greenway: Newport → Westport segment
- A “symbolic Reek” – hike to the first viewpoint plateau on Croagh Patrick at golden hour
- Seaweed bath (VOYA style), then Guinness and a trad session at Matt Molloy’s
- Dinner at An Port Mór or The Pantry & Corkscrew – Mayo lamb, Atlantic turbot, local cheeses
- Sunset from The Quay or the gardens of Westport House
Your Chauffeur Route – How It Feels
M50 fades behind as the M4 cuts through Kildare’s fields. Past Mullingar, the brown sheen of Longford boglands takes over. The N5 slices Roscommon: stone walls, sheep, silence instead of billboards. Castlebar slides by, Clew Bay flashes ahead, and Croagh Patrick’s cone guides you west. When Westport House peeks through the trees, you’ve arrived – unhurried, in private comfort.
Practical Info
- Booking: ideally 24–48 hours in advance (peak season July–August fills fast)
- Prices are indicative (July 2025) and based on a per-kilometre model similar to the Doonbeg route
- Payment: card / bank transfer / cash – confirm when booking
- Child seats and special baggage (bikes for the Greenway, SUP boards for Clew Bay): available with prior notice
FAQ
- How long is the drive from Dublin Airport to Westport?
About 3 hours 10 minutes, roughly 260 km, depending on traffic and stops. - How much is a private transfer?
Mercedes Viano €520, Mercedes S-Class €570 (one-way). - Can I add stopovers on the way?
Yes. 1 hour + €60, 2 hours + €100; longer detours are priced individually. - Do you carry bikes for the Great Western Greenway?
Yes, just let us know in advance so we can prepare space/racks. - Are the prices fixed?
They’re based on a per-kilometre rate and can change with major diversions, night-time travel or significant extra distance. - How do I book?
Contact Viptransfer.ie or call – share your date, arrival time/flight number, passenger count and luggage details.
Book Now
Book your private transfer from Dublin Airport to Westport today. We’ll tailor the route, stopovers and pick-up time to your travel plan. Need a return transfer or a chauffeured loop around Mayo and Connemara? Ask for a package quote.
Note: Distances and drive times are approximate (July 2025) and subject to road conditions. Prices apply to the standard route; extended detours and longer stops are quoted separately.