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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Achill Island to Shannon

Composite routes from Achill Island to Shannon

Cheapest
2 h 40 min
Car
211 km.
from $11
Other
6 h 12 min
156 km.
from $68.32
6 h 41 min
156 km.
from $5.43

Transport providers

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Other from Galway, Bus Station to Shannon
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.56–$24.20
Other from Castlebar to Galway
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$16.56–$22.93

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Other from Gob an Choire to Westport
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.19–$14.01
Other from Westport to Galway
Ave. Duration:
1h 39m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.74–$17.83
Other from Castlebar to Galway
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$12.74–$19.11

Local Link Mayo

Phone:
094 9005150
Email:
Website:
locallinkmayo.ie/
Other from Achill Sound to CastlebarTesco
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Twice a week

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Achill Island to Shannon?

The cheapest way to get from Achill Island to Shannon is to bus which costs $39.13 - $59.78 and takes 6h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Achill Island to Shannon?

The fastest way to get from Achill Island to Shannon is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs $42.39 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Achill Island and Shannon?

No, there is no direct bus from Achill Island to Shannon. However, there are services departing from Gob an Choire and arriving at Shannon Town Centre via Westport, Galway, Bus Station and Shannon Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

How far is it from Achill Island to Shannon?

The distance between Achill Island and Shannon is 223 km. The road distance is 220.1 km.

How do I travel from Achill Island to Shannon without a car?

The best way to get from Achill Island to Shannon without a car is to bus which takes 6h 12m and costs $39.13 - $59.78 .

How long does it take to get from Achill Island to Shannon?

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from Achill Island to Shannon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Achill Island to Shannon bus from?

Achill Island to Shannon bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Gob an Choire station.

Where does the Achill Island to Shannon bus arrive?

Achill Island to Shannon bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Westport station.

Can I drive from Achill Island to Shannon?

Yes, the driving distance between Achill Island to Shannon is 220 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Achill Island to Shannon.

Where can I stay near Shannon?

There are 122+ hotels available in Shannon. Prices start at $67.60 per night.
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