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Compare bus for Shannon to Limerick
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Shannon to Limerick among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a bus costs an average of $9.
Distance: 10 miles (17 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
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$9 Average price Cheapest | $6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
57m Average total duration Fastest 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Shannon to Limerick is a bus with an average price of $9 (€7).
The fastest way to travel from Shannon to Limerick is by bus with an average journey time of 27m.
Yes, you can take a bus between Shannon and Limerick.
Take the bus. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.
You'll arrive about -1h -1m sooner (27m by bus vs 26m by car) and save roughly $-3.05 (€-2.47) compared to fuel and tolls ($9 (€7) vs $6 (€5)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Bus Éireann.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Shannon to Limerick Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 12:34AM | Duration 0h19 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 01:11AM | Arrival Time 01:31AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 03:11AM | Arrival Time 03:31AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 04:11AM | Arrival Time 04:31AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 05:11AM | Arrival Time 05:31AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 05:41AM | Arrival Time 06:01AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 06:11AM | Arrival Time 06:31AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 06:39AM | Arrival Time 07:09AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 06:57AM | Arrival Time 07:27AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 07:14AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 0h26 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 07:36AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 0h24 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 07:54AM | Arrival Time 08:19AM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 08:14AM | Arrival Time 08:39AM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 09:01AM | Duration 0h26 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 08:56AM | Arrival Time 09:23AM | Duration 0h27 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 09:26AM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 0h29 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 09:57AM | Arrival Time 10:31AM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 10:28AM | Arrival Time 10:59AM | Duration 0h31 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 10:58AM | Arrival Time 11:29AM | Duration 0h31 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 11:28AM | Arrival Time 11:59AM | Duration 0h31 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 11:58AM | Arrival Time 12:29PM | Duration 0h31 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 12:28PM | Arrival Time 12:59PM | Duration 0h31 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 12:58PM | Arrival Time 01:29PM | Duration 0h31 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 01:28PM | Arrival Time 01:59PM | Duration 0h31 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 01:58PM | Arrival Time 02:29PM | Duration 0h31 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 02:28PM | Arrival Time 02:59PM | Duration 0h31 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 02:58PM | Arrival Time 03:29PM | Duration 0h31 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 03:18PM | Arrival Time 03:49PM | Duration 0h31 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 03:38PM | Arrival Time 04:09PM | Duration 0h31 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 03:58PM | Arrival Time 04:29PM | Duration 0h31 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 04:16PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 0h29 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 04:36PM | Arrival Time 05:04PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 04:56PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 0h29 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 05:16PM | Arrival Time 05:44PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 05:37PM | Arrival Time 06:04PM | Duration 0h27 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 05:56PM | Arrival Time 06:24PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 06:16PM | Arrival Time 06:46PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 06:36PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 0h29 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 06:56PM | Arrival Time 07:23PM | Duration 0h27 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 08:03PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 08:23PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 08:43PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 09:13PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 09:14PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 0h26 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 09:44PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 0h26 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 10:14PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 0h26 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 10:44PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 0h26 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 11:14PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 0h26 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 11:44PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 0h26 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Shannon to Limerick
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Buses from Shannon to Limerick run on average 25 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 25 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:25, the last at 21:55. The fastest bus covers the 10 miles (17 km) distance in 19m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 10 miles (17 km) |
Average bus duration 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Buses per day 25 |
Direct buses 25 |
Fastest bus 19m |
First bus 7:25 AM |
Last bus 9:55 PM |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: Bus Éireann from Shannon to LimerickYou can travel by bus between Shannon to Limerick with Bus Éireann for as low as $9 (€7). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Bus Éireann
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
19m
Cheapest Price
$9 (€7)
Bus Éireann frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Bus from Shannon to Limerick
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shannon to Limerick by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Limerick, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Shannon to Limerick can start from as little as $9 (€7) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Shannon to Limerick is $9 (€7) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Shannon to Limerick is 19m to travel the 10 miles (17 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Shannon to Limerick leaves at 7:25 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Shannon to Limerick leaves at 9:55 PM.
Yes, there are 25 direct buses a day from Shannon to Limerick with Bus Éireann. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Shannon to Limerick, you can count on Bus Éireann for the best way to get you to Limerick. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Shannon and Limerick and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A day trip to Limerick from Shannon is worth doing with a journey time of 19m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
Yes, you can take a bus between Shannon and Limerick.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Shannon to Limerick.
No, the bus from Shannon to Limerick has no accessibility options.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Limerick are:
- King John's Castle, a 13th-century fortress offering interactive exhibits and panoramic views of the River Shannon
- St. Mary's Cathedral, a historic church dating back to 1168 known for its medieval architecture and serene atmosphere
- The Hunt Museum, a museum housing an extensive collection of art and antiquities from Ireland and beyond
- Limerick City Gallery of Art, a contemporary art gallery featuring works by Irish artists and temporary exhibitions
- People's Park, a Victorian-era public park with landscaped gardens, a playground, and a variety of sculptures.
The best things to do in Limerick include:
- Milk Market, a bustling market offering local produce, crafts, and live music on weekends
- Explore the Shannon River by taking a scenic boat tour
- Attend a traditional Irish music session at one of Limerick's lively pubs
- Visit the Frank McCourt Museum, dedicated to the author of "Angela's Ashes" and showcasing his life in Limerick
- Enjoy a rugby match at Thomond Park, home of Munster Rugby.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Shannon to Limerick.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Shannon to Limerick.
No, luggage for the bus from Shannon to Limerick needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Shannon to Limerick.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Shannon to Limerick.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Shannon to Limerick.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Shannon to Limerick.
Since neither Shannon nor Limerick are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of Ireland and Ireland. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Ireland uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers generally find using cards more convenient and widely accepted for payments, though carrying some cash can be helpful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Limerick, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and on public transportation. It's advisable to avoid poorly lit or isolated locations at night. Common scams include overpriced taxi fares and unofficial taxi services, so using licensed taxis or pre-booked transportation is recommended. Staying vigilant and securing personal belongings helps ensure a safe visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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Popular bus stations from Shannon to Limerick
Shannon
Limerick
The major bus station for departures in Shannon is Ballyhennessy, Shannon Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ballyhennessy, Shannon Airport for your trip from Shannon to Limerick.
Ballyhennessy, Shannon Airport
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 00:00-23:59
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- The Sheridan Food Pub (in the station)
- JJ Ruddle's (0.2 km)
- The Atlantic Café (0.3 km).
Taxis
- Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for Ballyhennessy, Shannon Airport
- Bus: 343, 51
The major bus station for arrivals in Limerick is Limerick, Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Limerick, Bus Station for your trip to Limerick from Shannon.
Limerick, Bus Station
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