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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Athlone to Shannon

Composite routes from Athlone to Shannon

Cheapest
1 h 21 min
Car
139 km.
from $7

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Athlone to Athenry
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$8.28–$12.10
Train from Athenry to Ennis
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$8.28–$12.10

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Oranmore Centre to Shannon
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.29–$21.65

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Athlone Station to Limerick
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.29–$21.65
Bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Shannon
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.28–$12.10
Bus from Ennis Station to Smithstown
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.28–$12.10

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Arcadia to Oranmore
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$14.01–$21.65

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Athlone to Shannon?

The cheapest way to get from Athlone to Shannon is to bus and line 343 bus which costs $19.57 - $29.35 and takes 3h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athlone to Shannon?

The fastest way to get from Athlone to Shannon is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs $25 - $38.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Athlone and Shannon?

No, there is no direct bus from Athlone station to Shannon. However, there are services departing from Athlone Station and arriving at Shannon Town Centre via Limerick Colbert Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Athlone to Shannon?

The distance between Athlone and Shannon is 144 km. The road distance is 138.5 km.

How do I travel from Athlone to Shannon without a car?

The best way to get from Athlone to Shannon without a car is to bus and line 343 bus which takes 3h 25m and costs $19.57 - $29.35 .

How long does it take to get from Athlone to Shannon?

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Athlone to Shannon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athlone to Shannon bus from?

Athlone to Shannon bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Athlone Station.

Where does the Athlone to Shannon bus arrive?

Athlone to Shannon bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Limerick Colbert Station.

Can I drive from Athlone to Shannon?

Yes, the driving distance between Athlone to Shannon is 139 km. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Athlone to Shannon.

Where can I stay near Shannon?

There are 126+ hotels available in Shannon. Prices start at $65.76 per night.
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