The easiest way to get to Glengarriff is by road. Glengarriff is on the ring of Beara and depending on your starting point you will probably either approach it from Bantry Coming from the Cork side or from Kenmare Coming from the Kerry Side.
The most beautiful way to get to Glengarriff is by sea. Glengarriff Harbour is one of the most spectacular natural harbours in West Cork and has very safe anchorage.
Glengarriff is served by the Cork - Castletownbere bus service, which passes through Bantry.