Port of Killybegs (IEKBS): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Killybegs (UN/LOCODE IEKBS) is a very small coastal (natural) harbor located in Ireland, on the North Atlantic Ocean. It sits at 54.6333° N, 8.4500° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 23.2 m, an anchorage depth near 23.2 m, cargo pier depths around 11 m. Shelter afforded is rated excellent. Cargo handling includes wharves facilities.
Port Specifications & Capabilities
Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.
Harbor Profile
- Harbor Type
- Coastal (Natural)
- Harbor Size
- Very Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Excellent
- World Water Body
- North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Ireland
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Killybegs
Where is Port of Killybegs located?
Port of Killybegs is a seaport located in Ireland, on the North Atlantic Ocean. Its coordinates are 54.6333° N, 8.4500° W.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Killybegs?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Killybegs is IEKBS — country code IE, location code KBS.
How deep is Port of Killybegs?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Killybegs has a channel depth of about 23.2 m, an anchorage depth of about 23.2 m, cargo pier depths of about 11 m.
Does Port of Killybegs require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Killybegs.
What type of harbor is Port of Killybegs?
Port of Killybegs is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of very small size, offering excellent shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Killybegs have?
Port of Killybegs is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Killybegs are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #33930), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →