How far is it from Clarecastle to Shannon?

The distance between Clarecastle and Shannon is 16 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Clarecastle to Shannon?

The drive from Clarecastle to Shannon takes approximately 15 min by car.

What is the best route from Clarecastle to Shannon?

The fastest route from Clarecastle to Shannon covers 16 km with a driving time of approximately 15 min.

Which direction is Shannon from Clarecastle?

Shannon lies roughly to the south-east of Clarecastle.

Where can I find a 24h service station between Clarecastle and Shannon?

Along the route from Clarecastle to Shannon you can fill up at Maxol, Halpins Service Station. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I stop to rest between Clarecastle and Shannon?

On the route from Clarecastle to Shannon you can take a break at The Banner Plaza.

Are there charging stations between Clarecastle and Shannon?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Clarecastle to Shannon, including Bunratty West, Bunratty (360 kW); R471 (360 kW); Ennis Rd, Limerick (200 kW). Charging points on this route: 54.

Clarecastle Shannon

Distance: 16 kmDrive time: 15 min

Driving from Clarecastle to Shannon takes about 15 min via M18. The distance is 16 km. The straight-line distance is 14 km. Driving directions

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Driving directions15 · 16 km

1 Depart left 62 m
2 Turn left 6 km
3 Enter rotary slightly left 23 m
4 Exit rotary slightly left 121 m
5 Enter rotary slightly left 95 m
6 Exit rotary left 390 m
7 Merge slightly right 8 km
8 Take exit slightly left 500 m

9 Enter rotary slightly left onto Shannon Access Road 274 m
10 Exit rotary straight onto Shannon Access Road 2 km
11 Enter rotary slightly left 49 m
12 Exit rotary left 262 m
13 Enter roundabout slightly left 63 m
14 Exit roundabout left 83 m
15 Arrive

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The return trip from Shannon to Clarecastle covers roughly the same distance, 16 km.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

54 chargers

Bunratty West, BunrattyBunratty West, Bunratty, Co. Clare360 kW
R471R471, Co. Clare360 kW
Ennis Rd, LimerickEnnis Rd, Limerick, Co. Limerick200 kW
Limerick to Shannon Dual CarriagewayLimerick to Shannon Dual Carriageway, V94 VYX9180 kW
West Point Retail Park, EnnisWest Point Retail Park, Ennis, Co. Clare180 kW

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Top attractions along the route

No notable attractions were found along this route.

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Popular destinations close by

Shannon → Ennis21 km · 20 min Shannon → Limerick22 km · 25 min Shannon → Fermoy97 km · 1 h 30 min Shannon → Tuam100 km · 1 h 10 min Shannon → Kilkee73 km · 1 h 5 min Shannon → Listowel92 km · 1 h 25 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 2 September 2026.

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How far is it from Clarecastle to Shannon?: The distance between Clarecastle and Shannon is 16 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Clarecastle to Shannon?: The drive from Clarecastle to Shannon takes approximately 15 min by car.
What is the best route from Clarecastle to Shannon?: The fastest route from Clarecastle to Shannon covers 16 km with a driving time of approximately 15 min.
Which direction is Shannon from Clarecastle?: Shannon lies roughly to the south-east of Clarecastle.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Clarecastle and Shannon?: Along the route from Clarecastle to Shannon you can fill up at Maxol, Halpins Service Station. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I stop to rest between Clarecastle and Shannon?: On the route from Clarecastle to Shannon you can take a break at The Banner Plaza.
Are there charging stations between Clarecastle and Shannon?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Clarecastle to Shannon, including Bunratty West, Bunratty (360 kW); R471 (360 kW); Ennis Rd, Limerick (200 kW). Charging points on this route: 54.

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