The cheapest and fastest buses from Carrick on Shannon to Dublin
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€20
Fastest journey
2 h 33 m
Average duration
2 h 49 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
139 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Carrick on Shannon to Dublin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carrick on Shannon to Dublin will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Of the 5 buses that leave Carrick on Shannon for Dublin on Sun, Dec 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 139 km distance in an average of 2 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 33 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 3 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Carrick on Shannon to Dublin
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Carrick on Shannon to Dublin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 139 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€10 Average price Cheapest | €17 Average price |
3h 8m Average total duration 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Carrick on Shannon to Dublin bus times
The table below shows live departures for Carrick on Shannon to Dublin buses for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:58 AM Carrick-on-shannon | 2h51 | 4:49 AM Dublin | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:14 AM Carrick-on-shannon | 2h41 | 9:55 AM Dublin | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Carrick on Shannon to Dublin
Buses from Carrick on Shannon to Dublin run on average 38 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 19 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 139 km distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 139 km |
Average bus duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 38 |
Direct buses 19 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:20 |
Bus providers: European Sleeper, Bus Éireann from Carrick on Shannon to DublinYou can travel by bus between Carrick on Shannon to Dublin with European Sleeper, Bus Éireann for as low as €10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Carrick on Shannon to Dublin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carrick on Shannon to Dublin 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 Dublin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Carrick-on-Shannon, Bypass Road (The Landmark Hotel), which is located around 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2), located 9.1 miles (14.7 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Carrick on Shannon to Dublin
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria (in the station)
- Fast-Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 11, 16, 41 Train: DART Tram: Luas Red
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