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How to get there
Where to stay
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Carrick-on-Shannon travel guide

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With a population of 3,980, Carrick-on-Shannon is the largest city in Leitrim, Ireland by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Carrick-on-Shannon to see all of its attractions.

Activities & attractions in Carrick-on-Shannon

When to visit Carrick-on-Shannon

Carrick-on-Shannon in March
Estimated hotel price
£61
1 night at 3-star hotel
Carrick-on-Shannon in March
Estimated hotel price
£61
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Carrick-on-Shannon

Plane

Although Carrick-on-Shannon doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Knock Intl (NOC), which is located 30 miles from Carrick-on-Shannon. Dublin Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Aer Lingus, British Airways, Ryanair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest flight to Carrick-on-Shannon from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 1h 30m.

Train

The train station in Carrick-on-Shannon is called Carrick-on-Shannon, and is located 0.9 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Carrick-on-Shannon is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 86 miles from Carrick-on-Shannon. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Dollar, among others, in Dublin.

Plane

Although Carrick-on-Shannon doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Knock Intl (NOC), which is located 30 miles from Carrick-on-Shannon. Dublin Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Aer Lingus, British Airways, Ryanair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest flight to Carrick-on-Shannon from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 1h 30m.

Train

The train station in Carrick-on-Shannon is called Carrick-on-Shannon, and is located 0.9 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Carrick-on-Shannon is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 86 miles from Carrick-on-Shannon. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Dollar, among others, in Dublin.

Airports near Carrick-on-Shannon

Airlines serving Carrick-on-Shannon

KLM
Good (1,430 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,616 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,563 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,010 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,082 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,804 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,041 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,676 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,431 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,067 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,502 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,508 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (875 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,330 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,595 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,143 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,411 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,406 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,082 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Carrick-on-Shannon

Most booked hotels in Carrick-on-Shannon

Carrick Plaza Suites and Apartments
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£87+
The Landmark Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£101+
Bush Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£48+

Hiring a car in Carrick-on-Shannon

Expect to pay £1.52 per litre in Carrick-on-Shannon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.18 and £24.24.

Expect to pay £1.52 per litre in Carrick-on-Shannon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.18 and £24.24.