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

The distance between Shannon Airport (SNN) and Kenmare is around 167km (104 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 5m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Kenmare 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 KenmareShannon Airport (SNN) if you're planning a return trip.

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Bus

Take the bus to William Street stop 607111 then Killarney Mission Road and then to Kenmare stop 255611.

  • Duration3h 10m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    €31($31)
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Bus to Colbert Station, stop 635031, Train

Take the bus to Colbert Station stop 635031 then take the train to Killarney.

  • Duration3h 25m
  • Departstwice a week
  • Typical cost
    €41($41)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Kenmare.

  • Duration2h 5m
  • Distance167km (104 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Shannon Airport (SNN) and Kenmare

There are several options for getting from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Kenmare by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €31 ($31) and will take around 3h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 5m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €33 ($33).

The distance between Shannon Airport (SNN) and Kenmare is around 167km (104 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 102km (63 miles)

It takes around 3h 10m to get from Shannon Airport (SNN) and Kenmare by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 5m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Kenmare is to drive which takes around 2h 5m and will set you back approx €33 ($33).

The cheapest way to travel between Shannon Airport (SNN) and Kenmare, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €31 ($31) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Shannon Airport (SNN) and Kenmare. We recommend that you drive to Kenmare. instead which will take 2h 5m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Shannon Airport (SNN) and Kenmare. It typically takes around 3h 10m and departs every 20 mins.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Kenmare. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in William Street stop 607111, Killarney Mission Road and Killarney Station stop 635601. These services run every 20 mins and will take a minimum of 3h 10m.

Bus Eireann, Dublin Coach and Local Link Kerry run regular bus services between Shannon Airport (SNN) and Kenmare. Buses run every 20 mins and take around 3h 10m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

The easiest way to get to Kenmare from Shannon Airport (SNN) is to drive which will take 2h 5m and cost around €33 ($33).

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Kenmare. We recommend that you take the bus to William Street stop 607111 then Killarney Mission Road and then to Kenmare stop 255611. instead which will take 3h 10m.

The closest major airport to Kenmare is Cork Airport (ORK) (ORK) which is approximately 76km (47 miles) from Kenmare. Shannon Airport (SNN) (SNN) and Ireland West Airport Knock (NOC) (NOC) 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 Kenmare. The distance is around 167km (104 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 5m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Kenmare is to take the bus which takes, on average, 3h 10m and will usually cost around €31 ($31).

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

Compare travel optionsbetween Shannon Airport (SNN) and Kenmare

Transport options from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Kenmare
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
3h 10m
€31($31)
every 20 mins189km (117 miles)
Bus to Colbert Station, stop 635031, Train + 1 similar
3h 25m
€41($41)
twice a week238km (148 miles)
Bus and Train3h 35m
€33($33)
every 20 mins201km (125 miles)
Drive
2h 5m
€33($33)
on demand167km (104 miles)

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Airports near Kenmare

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

ORK
Cork Airport (ORK)
International Airport
Distance
76km (47 miles) from Kenmare
SNN
Shannon Airport (SNN)
International Airport
Distance
102km (63 miles) from Kenmare
NOC
Ireland West Airport Knock (NOC)
Domestic Airport
Distance
233km (145 miles) from Kenmare