How to get from Shannon Airport to Nui Galway (Main Campus) by bus?

Shannon Airport to Nui Galway (Main Campus) - Bus Schedule

The 51 bus from Shannon Airport to Nui Galway (Main Campus) runs from 08:55 to 20:55, with departures every 1 hr-2 hr. The trip takes about 2 hr 18 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Shannon Airport to Nui Galway (Main Campus) by bus

To get from Shannon Airport to Nui Galway (Main Campus) in Galway, take the 51 bus from Shannon Airport station to Galway Ceannt Station station. Next, take the 405 bus from Eyre Square station to Snipe Lawn station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 18 min. The ride fare is €3.10. The bus schedule from Shannon Airport may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Nui Galway (Main Campus) on the Moovit app.

138min€3.10
Bus - 5151
Bus - 405405
Walk to Nui Galway (Main Campus)
Leaves from Shannon Airport

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Shannon Airport
  • 2
    Bus - 5151
    Wait for bus
    51
    Galway
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Galway Ceannt Station
    ID 555041
    110 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Eyre Square
    ID 524371
    160 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 405405
    Wait for bus
    405
    Rahoon
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Snipe Lawn
    ID 525931
    7 min
  • 7
    Walk to Nui Galway (Main Campus)
    Walk to
    Nui Galway (Main Campus)
    16 Distillery Road, Galway, Ireland
    380 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Shannon Airport to Nui Galway (Main Campus)

The distance between Shannon Airport and Nui Galway (Main Campus) is approximately 97.92 km, which can typically be travelled in 138 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Shannon Airport to Nui Galway (Main Campus) by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Galway – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Shannon Airport to Nui Galway (Main Campus)

To check the bus schedule from Shannon Airport to Nui Galway (Main Campus) using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Shannon Airport) and destination (Nui Galway (Main Campus)), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, 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 schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Shannon Airport to Nui Galway (Main Campus)?

    The fastest way takes 138 minutes, using Bus line 51, Bus line 405.

  • Is there a direct bus between Shannon Airport and Nui Galway (Main Campus)?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 18 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Shannon Airport to Nui Galway (Main Campus)?

    The 51 bus line goes from Galway Ceannt Station near Shannon Airport in Shannon to Eyre Square station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Eyre Square station near Nui Galway (Main Campus).

  • How long does it take to travel from Shannon Airport to Nui Galway (Main Campus) by bus?

    The total travel time between Shannon Airport and Nui Galway (Main Campus) by bus is about 2 hr 18 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Shannon Airport to get to Nui Galway (Main Campus)?

    Get on the 51 bus from the Galway Ceannt Station near Shannon Airport in Shannon.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Shannon Airport and Nui Galway (Main Campus)?

    Get off the bus at the Eyre Square stop, which is closest to Nui Galway (Main Campus).

  • How much is the bus fare from Shannon Airport to Nui Galway (Main Campus)?

    The ride from Shannon Airport to Nui Galway (Main Campus) costs €3.10.

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