How to travel from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Connemara, Ireland

The distance between Shannon Airport (SNN) and Connemara is around 145km (90 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 55m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Connemara by bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out ConnemaraShannon Airport (SNN) if you're planning a return trip.

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Bus

Take the bus to Galway Bus Station stop 555041 and then to Recess Recess.

  • Duration3h 10m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    €42($42)
Operated by

Bus Eireann

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Ennis Station stop 635341 then take the train to Galway then take the bus to Recess Recess.

  • Duration3h 20m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    €49($49)
Operated by

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Drive

Drive to Connemara.

  • Duration1h 55m
  • Distance145km (90 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Shannon Airport (SNN) and Connemara

There are several options for getting from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Connemara by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €42 ($42) and will take around 3h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €20 ($20).

The distance between Shannon Airport (SNN) and Connemara is around 145km (90 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 121km (75 miles)

It takes around 3h 10m to get from Shannon Airport (SNN) and Connemara by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 55m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Connemara is to drive which takes around 1h 55m and will set you back approx €20 ($20).

The cheapest way to travel between Shannon Airport (SNN) and Connemara, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €42 ($42) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Shannon Airport (SNN) and Connemara. We recommend that you drive to Connemara. instead which will take 1h 55m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Shannon Airport (SNN) and Connemara. It typically takes around 3h 10m and departs every 4 hours.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Connemara. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Galway Bus Station stop 555041 and Recess Recess. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 3h 10m.

Bus Eireann and Citylink run regular bus services between Shannon Airport (SNN) and Connemara. Buses run every 4 hours and take around 3h 10m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

The easiest way to get to Connemara from Shannon Airport (SNN) is to drive which will take 1h 55m and cost around €20 ($20).

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Connemara. We recommend that you take the bus to Galway Bus Station stop 555041 and then to Recess Recess. instead which will take 3h 10m.

The closest major airport to Connemara is Dublin Airport (DUB) (DUB) which is approximately 84km (52 miles) from Connemara. Ireland West Airport Knock (NOC) (NOC) and Shannon Airport (SNN) (SNN) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Shannon Airport (SNN) and Connemara. The distance is around 145km (90 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 55m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Connemara is to take the bus which takes, on average, 3h 10m and will usually cost around €42 ($42).

How do I get from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Connemara

Compare travel optionsbetween Shannon Airport (SNN) and Connemara

Transport options from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Connemara
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
3h 10m
€42($42)
every 4 hours157km (98 miles)
Bus and Train
3h 20m
€49($49)
every 4 hours170km (106 miles)
Drive
1h 55m
€20($20)
on demand145km (90 miles)

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Airports near Connemara

The following major airports near Connemara offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Ireland and internationally.

DUB
Dublin Airport (DUB)
International Airport
Distance
84km (52 miles) from Connemara
NOC
Ireland West Airport Knock (NOC)
Domestic Airport
Distance
105km (65 miles) from Connemara
SNN
Shannon Airport (SNN)
International Airport
Distance
121km (75 miles) from Connemara