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

From Roscommon to Shannon by bus and train

To get from Roscommon to Shannon in Ireland, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the RAIL train from Roscommon station to Athlone station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RAIL train and finally take the 51 bus from Galway Ceannt Station station to Shannon Airport station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 14 min. The bus and train schedule from Roscommon may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Shannon on the Moovit app.

254min
Train - RAILRAIL
Train - RAILRAIL
Bus - 5151
Walk to Shannon
Leaves from Roscommon

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Roscommon
  • 2
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Dublin Heuston
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Athlone
    28 min
  • 4
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Galway (Ceannt)
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Galway (Ceannt)
    63 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Galway Ceannt Station
    ID 555041
    30 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 5151
    Wait for bus
    51
    Cork
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Shannon Airport
    ID 355331
    104 min
  • 9
    Walk to Shannon
    Walk to
    Shannon
    10 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Roscommon to Shannon

The distance between Roscommon, Ireland and Shannon, Ireland is approximately 201.31 km, which can typically be travelled in 254 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Roscommon to Shannon 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 Roscommon to Shannon

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

    The fastest way takes 254 minutes, using Train line RAIL, Train line RAIL, Bus line 51.

  • Is there a direct train between Roscommon and Shannon in Ireland?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 14 min.

  • Which train line goes from Roscommon to Shannon in Ireland?

    The RAIL train line goes from Athlone station near Roscommon to Galway (Ceannt) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Galway (Ceannt) station near Shannon in Ireland.

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

    The total travel time between Roscommon and Shannon in Ireland by train and bus is about 4 hr 14 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Roscommon to get to Shannon in Ireland?

    Get on the RAIL train from the Athlone station near Roscommon in Ireland.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Roscommon and Shannon in Ireland?

    Get off the train at the Galway (Ceannt) stop, which is closest to Shannon in Ireland.

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