How to get from Shannon Airport to NCAD by bus and train?

From Shannon Airport to NCAD by bus and train

To get from Shannon Airport to NCAD in Dublin, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 51 bus from Shannon Airport station to Limerick Colbert station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RAIL train and finally take the INTERCITY train from Limerick Junction station to Dublin Heuston station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 35 min. The bus and train schedule from Shannon Airport may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to NCAD on the Moovit app.

215min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5151
Train - RAILRAIL
Train - INTERCITYINTERCITY
Walk to NCAD
Leaves from Shannon Airport

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Shannon Airport
    ID 609521
    20 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5151
    Wait for bus
    51
    Cork
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Limerick Colbert
    ID 635041
    31 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Limerick (Colbert)
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Limerick Junction
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Limerick Junction
    28 min
  • 7
    Train - INTERCITYINTERCITY
    Wait for train
    INTERCITY
    Dublin Heuston
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Dublin Heuston
    101 min
  • 9
    Walk to NCAD
    Walk to
    NCAD
    100 Thomas Street
    1.37 km • 18 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Shannon Airport to NCAD

The distance between Shannon Airport, Dublin and NCAD, Dublin is approximately 238.04 km, which can typically be travelled in 215 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Shannon Airport to NCAD by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Dublin – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Shannon Airport to NCAD

To check the bus and train schedule from Shannon Airport to NCAD using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Shannon Airport) and destination (NCAD), 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.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Shannon Airport to NCAD?

    The fastest way takes 215 minutes, using Bus line 51, Train line RAIL, Train line INTERCITY.

  • Is there a direct bus between Shannon Airport and NCAD?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 35 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Shannon Airport to NCAD?

    The 51 bus line goes from Shannon Airport station near Shannon Airport in Shannon to Limerick Colbert station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Limerick Colbert station near NCAD in Dublin.

  • How long does it take to travel from Shannon Airport to NCAD by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Shannon Airport in Shannon and NCAD in Dublin by bus and train is about 3 hr 35 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Shannon Airport to get to NCAD?

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

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Shannon Airport and NCAD?

    Get off the bus at the Limerick Colbert station, which is closest to NCAD in Dublin.

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