From Galway, take the N18 south as far as Kilcolgan. At Kilcolgan turn right onto the N67 and follow this road through Kinvara. Newquay is signposted.
From Shannon, take the N18 north through Ennis, and Gort as far as Ardrahan where you take the R347 to Kinvara. Take the N67 to Ballyvaughan. Newquay is signposted.