How to get from Shannon to Athenry by bus and train?

From Shannon to Athenry by bus and train

To get from Shannon to Athenry in Ireland, take the 51 bus from Shannon Airport station to Ennis Station station. Next, take the RAIL train from Ennis station to Athenry station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 55 min. The bus and train schedule from Shannon may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Athenry on the Moovit app.

115min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5151
Train - RAILRAIL
Leaves from Shannon Airport

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Shannon Airport
    ID 609581
    70 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5151
    Wait for bus
    51
    Galway
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ennis Station
    ID 635341
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ennis
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Galway (Ceannt)
  • 6
    Ride to train station Athenry
    Ride to train station
    Athenry
    50 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Shannon to Athenry by bus and train via 316 and RAIL

To get from Shannon to Athenry in Ireland, take the 316 bus from Shannon Airport station to Sixmilebridge Station station. Next, take the RAIL train from Sixmilebridge station to Athenry station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 46 min. The bus and train schedule from Shannon may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Athenry on the Moovit app.

106min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 316316
Train - RAILRAIL
Leaves from Shannon Airport

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Shannon Airport
    ID 609521
    90 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 316316
    Wait for bus
    316
    Sixmilebridge
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sixmilebridge Station
    ID 337271
    27 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Sixmilebridge
    280 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Galway (Ceannt)
  • 6
    Ride to train station Athenry
    Ride to train station
    Athenry
    68 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Shannon to Athenry

The distance between Shannon, Ireland and Athenry, Ireland is approximately 83.88 km, which can typically be travelled in 115 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Shannon to Athenry by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Ireland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Shannon to Athenry

To check the bus and train schedule from Shannon to Athenry using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Shannon) and destination (Athenry), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Shannon to Athenry by bus and train via 316 and RAIL

To get from Shannon to Athenry in Ireland, take the 316 bus from Shannon Airport station to Sixmilebridge Station station. Next, take the RAIL train from Sixmilebridge station to Athenry station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 46 min. The bus and train schedule from Shannon may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Athenry on the Moovit app.

106min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 316316
Train - RAILRAIL
Leaves from Shannon Airport

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Shannon Airport
    ID 609521
    90 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 316316
    Wait for bus
    316
    Sixmilebridge
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sixmilebridge Station
    ID 337271
    27 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Sixmilebridge
    280 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Galway (Ceannt)
  • 6
    Ride to train station Athenry
    Ride to train station
    Athenry
    68 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Shannon to Athenry?

    The fastest way takes 115 minutes, using Bus line 51, Train line RAIL.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Shannon to Athenry?

    The alternative route takes 106 minutes, using Bus line 316, Train line RAIL.

  • Is there a direct bus between Shannon and Athenry in Ireland?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 55 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Shannon to Athenry in Ireland?

    The 51 bus line goes from Shannon Airport station near Shannon to Galway station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Galway station near Athenry in Ireland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Shannon to Athenry in Ireland by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Shannon and Athenry in Ireland by bus and train is about 1 hr 55 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Shannon to get to Athenry in Ireland?

    Get on the 51 bus from the Shannon Airport stop near Shannon in Ireland.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Shannon and Athenry in Ireland?

    Get off the bus at the Galway station, which is closest to Athenry in Ireland.

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