The cheapest and fastest buses from Longford to Carrick on Shannon
Cheapest price
€8
Average price
€8
Fastest journey
34 m
Average duration
41 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Longford to Carrick on Shannon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Longford to Carrick on Shannon will cost around €8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
Of the 5 buses that leave Longford for Carrick on Shannon on Sun, Dec 21, 5 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 31 km distance in an average of 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 34 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 44 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 Longford to Carrick on Shannon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Longford to Carrick on Shannon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €6, and a bus costs an average of €8.
Distance: 31 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€9 Average price | €6 Average price Cheapest |
1h 7m Average total duration 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 54m Average total duration Fastest 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Longford to Carrick on Shannon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Longford to Carrick on Shannon buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:16 AM Saint Joseph's Care Centre | 0h43 | 10:59 AM Carrick-on-shannon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:14 PM Saint Joseph's Care Centre | 1h10 | 1:24 PM Carrick-on-shannon | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:17 PM Saint Joseph's Care Centre | 0h44 | 2:01 PM Carrick-on-shannon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 PM Saint Joseph's Care Centre | 0h49 | 4:49 PM Carrick-on-shannon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
![]() | 1:14 AM Saint Joseph's Care Centre | 0h34 | 1:48 AM Carrick-on-shannon | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Longford to Carrick on Shannon
Buses from Longford to Carrick on Shannon run on average 10 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 but you can travel from only €6 by train.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:14, the last at 22:16. The fastest bus covers the 31 km distance in 34m.
Distance 31 km |
Average bus duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 34m |
First bus 01:14 |
Last bus 22:16 |
Bus providers: Bus Éireann from Longford to Carrick on ShannonYou can travel by bus between Longford to Carrick on Shannon with Bus Éireann for as low as €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Longford to Carrick on Shannon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Longford to Carrick on Shannon 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 Carrick on Shannon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Longford, Railway Station, which is located around 0.1 miles (213 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Carrick-on-Shannon, Bypass Road (The Landmark Hotel), located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.
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