How far is it from Loughrea to Shannon Airport (SNN)?

The distance between Loughrea and Shannon Airport (SNN) is 73 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Loughrea to Shannon Airport (SNN)?

The drive from Loughrea to Shannon Airport (SNN) takes approximately 1 h 5 min by car.

What is the best route from Loughrea to Shannon Airport (SNN)?

The fastest route from Loughrea to Shannon Airport (SNN) covers 73 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 5 min.

Which direction is Shannon Airport (SNN) from Loughrea?

Shannon Airport (SNN) lies roughly to the south-west of Loughrea.

Which roads does the route from Loughrea to Shannon Airport (SNN) follow?

The drive from Loughrea to Shannon Airport (SNN) mainly follows M18.

Which towns do you pass between Loughrea and Shannon Airport (SNN)?

Towns on the route from Loughrea to Shannon Airport (SNN) include Craughwell, Ardrahan, Ennis, Shannon.

Where can I find a 24h service station between Loughrea and Shannon Airport (SNN)?

Along the route from Loughrea to Shannon Airport (SNN) you can fill up at Circle K, Top, Clarke's. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I stop to rest between Loughrea and Shannon Airport (SNN)?

On the route from Loughrea to Shannon Airport (SNN) you can take a break at The Banner Plaza.

Are there charging stations between Loughrea and Shannon Airport (SNN)?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Loughrea to Shannon Airport (SNN), including Bunratty West, Bunratty (360 kW); R471 (360 kW); Ennis Rd, Limerick (200 kW). Charging points on this route: 69.

Loughrea Shannon Airport (SNN)

Distance: 73 kmDrive time: 1 h 5 min

Driving from Loughrea to Shannon Airport (SNN) takes about 1 h 5 min via M18. The distance is 73 km. The straight-line distance is 61 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Loughrea, Ballinderreen, Kilmacduagh, Newmarket-on-Fergus. Driving directions

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Driving directions20 · 73 km

1 Depart onto Main Street 80 m
2 Continue straight onto Dunkellin Street 225 m
3 Turn left 60 m
4 Turn right 24 km
5 At end of road, turn right onto Georges Street 256 m
6 Continue straight onto Bridge Street 245 m
7 Continue straight onto Crowe Street 767 m
8 Enter roundabout left 12 m
9 Exit roundabout straight 634 m
10 Merge slightly right 41 km
11 Take exit slightly left 500 m
12 Enter rotary slightly left onto Shannon Access Road 274 m
13 Exit rotary straight onto Shannon Access Road 2 km

14 Enter rotary slightly left 154 m
15 Exit rotary straight 273 m
16 Enter roundabout slightly left 54 m
17 Exit roundabout slightly left 4 km
18 Turn left 335 m
19 Turn left 343 m
20 Arrive

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The return trip from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Loughrea covers roughly the same distance, 73 km.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

69 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

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Popular destinations close by

Shannon Airport (SNN) → Mallow91 km · 1 h 20 min Shannon Airport (SNN) → Listowel96 km · 1 h 30 min Shannon Airport (SNN) → Kilkee76 km · 1 h 15 min Shannon Airport (SNN) → Nenagh69 km · 55 min Shannon Airport (SNN) → Cashel87 km · 1 h 25 min Shannon Airport (SNN) → Galway85 km · 1 h 10 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 5 October 2026.

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How far is it from Loughrea to Shannon Airport (SNN)?: The distance between Loughrea and Shannon Airport (SNN) is 73 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Loughrea to Shannon Airport (SNN)?: The drive from Loughrea to Shannon Airport (SNN) takes approximately 1 h 5 min by car.
What is the best route from Loughrea to Shannon Airport (SNN)?: The fastest route from Loughrea to Shannon Airport (SNN) covers 73 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 5 min.
Which direction is Shannon Airport (SNN) from Loughrea?: Shannon Airport (SNN) lies roughly to the south-west of Loughrea.
Which roads does the route from Loughrea to Shannon Airport (SNN) follow?: The drive from Loughrea to Shannon Airport (SNN) mainly follows M18.
Which towns do you pass between Loughrea and Shannon Airport (SNN)?: Towns on the route from Loughrea to Shannon Airport (SNN) include Craughwell, Ardrahan, Ennis, Shannon.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Loughrea and Shannon Airport (SNN)?: Along the route from Loughrea to Shannon Airport (SNN) you can fill up at Circle K, Top, Clarke's. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I stop to rest between Loughrea and Shannon Airport (SNN)?: On the route from Loughrea to Shannon Airport (SNN) you can take a break at The Banner Plaza.
Are there charging stations between Loughrea and Shannon Airport (SNN)?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Loughrea to Shannon Airport (SNN), including Bunratty West, Bunratty (360 kW); R471 (360 kW); Ennis Rd, Limerick (200 kW). Charging points on this route: 69.

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