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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

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When to visit Carrick-on-Shannon

Carrick-on-Shannon in March
Estimated hotel price
£60
1 night at 3-star hotel
Carrick-on-Shannon in March
Estimated hotel price
£60
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 48 km 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 15m.

Train

The train station in Carrick-on-Shannon is called Carrick-on-Shannon, and is located 1.5 km 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 138 km from Carrick-on-Shannon. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Thrifty, among others, in Dublin.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Carrick-on-Shannon using Aircoach or National Express. From Belfast, the bus ride to Carrick-on-Shannon takes 233 km and will cost you around £18. From Cork, the ticket costs about £32 for a journey of 290 km.

Plane

Although Carrick-on-Shannon doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Knock Intl (NOC), which is located 48 km 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 15m.

Train

The train station in Carrick-on-Shannon is called Carrick-on-Shannon, and is located 1.5 km 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 138 km from Carrick-on-Shannon. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Thrifty, among others, in Dublin.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Carrick-on-Shannon using Aircoach or National Express. From Belfast, the bus ride to Carrick-on-Shannon takes 233 km and will cost you around £18. From Cork, the ticket costs about £32 for a journey of 290 km.

Airports near Carrick-on-Shannon

DUBDublin
SNNShannon
NOCKnock Intl

Airlines serving Carrick-on-Shannon

KLM
Good (1,459 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,789 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,752 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,213 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,222 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,878 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,117 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,322 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,533 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,522 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (898 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,691 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,732 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,181 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,403 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,362 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (387 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,904 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,144 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Carrick-on-Shannon

Most booked hotels in Carrick-on-Shannon

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Carrick Plaza Suites and Apartments
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£86+
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Bush Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£58+
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The Landmark Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£100+
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Hiring a car in Carrick-on-Shannon

Expect to pay £1.53 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 £18.26 and £24.34.

Expect to pay £1.53 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 £18.26 and £24.34.