What is the cheapest way to get from Ballycotton to Shannon?

The cheapest way to get from Ballycotton to Shannon is to drive which costs €23 - €35 and takes 2h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballycotton to Shannon?

The fastest way to get from Ballycotton to Shannon is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Ballycotton and Shannon?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballycotton to Shannon. However, there are services departing from Ballycotton West and arriving at Shannon Town Centre via Cork Andersn's Quay and Harvey's Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

How far is it from Ballycotton to Shannon?

The distance between Ballycotton and Shannon is 193 km. The road distance is 137.3 km.

How do I travel from Ballycotton to Shannon without a car?

The best way to get from Ballycotton to Shannon without a car is to line 240 bus and train and line 343 bus which takes 4h 24m and costs €35 - €60.

How long does it take to get from Ballycotton to Shannon?

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Ballycotton to Shannon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballycotton to Shannon bus from?

Ballycotton to Shannon bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Ballycotton West station.

Where does the Ballycotton to Shannon bus arrive?

Ballycotton to Shannon bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Cork Bus Stn station.

Can I drive from Ballycotton to Shannon?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballycotton to Shannon is 137 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Ballycotton to Shannon.

Where can I stay near Shannon?

There are 162+ hotels available in Shannon.

Ballycotton to Shannon - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 240 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Ballycotton to Shannon by bus, train, or car

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Line 240 bus, train, line 343 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ballycotton West to Glounthaune Stnbus 240
2. Take the train from Cork to Limerick Junctiontrain Ic / ...
3. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Shannon Town Centrebus 343
4h 24m
€40–57
Drive 137.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballycotton to Shannoncar 137.3 km
2h 3m
€24–34
Bus via Harvey's Quay
1. Take the bus from Ballycotton West to Cork Bus Stnbus 240
2. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Henry Streetbus 251
4h 47m
€39–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballycotton West to Cork Bus Stnbus 240
2. Take the bus from Cork Bus Stn to Shannon Airportbus 51
4h 58m
€41–55

Ballycotton to Shannon by bus and train

11Weekly Services

4h 24mAverage Duration

€40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 193.5 km
Duration: 4h 24m

What companies run services between Ballycotton, IE-CO, Ireland and Shannon, IE-CE, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Ballycotton West to Shannon Town Centre via Cork Bus Stn, Cork Andersn's Quay, Henry Street, and Harvey's Quay in around 4h 47m.

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