How far is Dublin from Shannon?

Dublin and Shannon are 116 miles (187 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Dublin to Shannon?

Most of the buses traveling from Dublin to Shannon leave from Dublin Airport and arrive at Shannon Town - Opposite 64 Cronan Gardens Bus Stop. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Dublin to Shannon from $34 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Dublin to Shannon on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30am	Dublin Busaras	7h 24m	4:54pm	Shannon Airport	Cheapest
Bus	1:35pm	Dublin Busaras	6h 19m	7:54pm	Shannon Airport	Fastest
Bus	6:30am	Dublin Busaras	10h 40m	5:10pm	Bunratty L3126	No tags
Bus	6:30am	Dublin Busaras	10h 40m	5:10pm	Bunratty L3126	No tags
Bus	6:30am	Dublin Busaras	11h 40m	6:10pm	Bunratty L3126	No tags

Next departures for Dublin to Shannon on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30am	Dublin Busaras	6h 24m	3:54pm	Shannon Airport	Cheapest
Bus	1:35pm	Dublin Busaras	6h 19m	7:54pm	Shannon Airport	Fastest
Bus	6:30am	Dublin Busaras	12h 40m	7:10pm	Bunratty L3126	No tags
Bus	6:30am	Dublin Busaras	12h 40m	7:10pm	Bunratty L3126	No tags
Bus	6:30am	Dublin Busaras	10h 40m	5:10pm	Bunratty L3126	No tags

Next departures for Dublin to Shannon on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30am	Dublin Busaras	8h 24m	5:54pm	Shannon Airport	Cheapest
Bus	1:35pm	Dublin Busaras	6h 19m	7:54pm	Shannon Airport	Fastest
Bus	6:30am	Dublin Busaras	12h 40m	7:10pm	Bunratty L3126	No tags
Bus	6:30am	Dublin Busaras	12h 40m	7:10pm	Bunratty L3126	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Dublin Busaras	12h 10m	7:10pm	Bunratty L3126	No tags

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Get from Dublin to Shannon

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

96bus per day

9h 45mAverage Duration

120 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Dublin and Shannon?

Stops in Dublin

A
Dublin Airport
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B
City Centre - O’Connell Street (Opp Gresham Hotel)
Outside the Gresham Hotel on O'Connell Street, North City, Dublin 1, Co. Dublin, Ireland
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C
Custom House Quay
Dublin (Custom House), Custom House Quay, at Custom House
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D
Por
Irish Ferries Terminal, Toll Gasoline Center, Terminal Rd S, Dublin Port, Dublin, Ireland
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E
Dublin
Prince's Street North, North City, Dublin, Ireland
F
Ferryport Terminal 2
Dublin Port Ferryport (Terminal 2), Ireland

Stops in Shannon

A
Shannon Town - Opposite 64 Cronan Gardens Bus Stop
17 Tullyvarraga Cres, Shannon, Co. Clare, Ireland

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Expressway

4/5443 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.1

Based on 443 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Expressway ticket prices on this trip start at $68

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Dublin to Shannon by bus

How far is Dublin from Shannon?
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Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/19

$50

11/20

$50

Today

$50

11/22

$40

11/23

$50

11/24

$40

11/25

$34

11/26

$34

The cheapest trip from Dublin to Shannon was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $34

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Dublin to Shannon, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $34 to $89 for a bus ticket from Dublin to Shannon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $34 which is on 2025-11-26.