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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

The Dock Arts Centre | Carrick-on-Shannon
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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 Liverpool and takes around 55m.

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 Europcar, among others, in Dublin.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Carrick-on-Shannon using Bus or Aircoach. From Belfast, the bus ride to Carrick-on-Shannon takes 145 miles and will cost you around £20. From Cork, the ticket costs about £16 for a journey of 180 miles.

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 Liverpool and takes around 55m.

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 Europcar, among others, in Dublin.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Carrick-on-Shannon using Bus or Aircoach. From Belfast, the bus ride to Carrick-on-Shannon takes 145 miles and will cost you around £20. From Cork, the ticket costs about £16 for a journey of 180 miles.

Airports near Carrick-on-Shannon

DUBDublin
SNNShannon
NOCKnock Intl

Airlines serving Carrick-on-Shannon

KLM
Good (1,467 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,828 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,776 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,260 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,244 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,889 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,133 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,403 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,542 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,746 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (900 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,539 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,703 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,780 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,183 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,370 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,424 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (389 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,992 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,163 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)
£91+
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Bush Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£60+
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The Landmark Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£111+
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Hiring a car in Carrick-on-Shannon

Expect to pay £1.54 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 £18.40 and £24.54.

Expect to pay £1.54 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 £18.40 and £24.54.