How far is it from Shannon to Ennis?

The distance between Shannon and Ennis is 21 km by road.

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

The drive from Shannon to Ennis takes approximately 20 min by car.

What is the best route from Shannon to Ennis?

The fastest route from Shannon to Ennis covers 21 km with a driving time of approximately 20 min.

Which direction is Ennis from Shannon?

Ennis lies roughly to the north-west of Shannon.

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

Along the route from Shannon to Ennis you can fill up at Circle K, Texaco, Corrib Oil (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I stop to rest between Shannon and Ennis?

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

Are there charging stations between Shannon and Ennis?

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

Shannon Ennis

Distance: 21 kmDrive time: 20 min

Driving from Shannon to Ennis takes about 20 min via M18. The distance is 21 km. The straight-line distance is 17 km. Driving directions

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Driving directions25 · 21 km

1 Depart 84 m
2 Enter roundabout left 54 m
3 Exit roundabout slightly left 261 m
4 Enter rotary left onto Shannon Access Road 140 m
5 Exit rotary slightly left onto Shannon Access Road 2 km
6 Enter rotary slightly left 50 m
7 Exit rotary straight 520 m
8 Merge slightly left 12 km
9 Take exit slightly left 378 m
10 Keep slightly left 250 m
11 Turn straight onto Ennis Western Relief Road 946 m
12 Enter rotary straight onto Ennis Western Relief Road 33 m
13 Exit rotary straight onto Ennis Western Relief Road 2 km

14 Enter rotary straight 156 m
15 Exit rotary straight 410 m
16 Enter roundabout straight onto Limerick Road 14 m
17 Exit roundabout slightly left onto Limerick Road 457 m
18 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Limerick Road 17 m
19 Exit roundabout straight onto Limerick Road 2 km
20 Continue straight onto Carmody Street 267 m
21 Continue straight onto Cornmarket Street 108 m
22 Continue straight onto Mill Road 201 m
23 Turn slightly right onto Mill Bridge 134 m
24 At roundabout, take exit slightly right onto Saint Anthony's Terrace 77 m
25 Arrive onto Saint Anthony's Terrace

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The return trip from Ennis to Shannon covers roughly the same distance, 21 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

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Popular destinations close by

Ennis → Nenagh81 km · 1 h Ennis → Ballinasloe99 km · 1 h 10 min Ennis → Kilrush44 km · 45 min Ennis → Cashel99 km · 1 h 30 min Ennis → Ballynahinch68 km · 55 min Ennis → Limerick38 km · 35 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 Shannon to Ennis?: The distance between Shannon and Ennis is 21 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Shannon to Ennis?: The drive from Shannon to Ennis takes approximately 20 min by car.
What is the best route from Shannon to Ennis?: The fastest route from Shannon to Ennis covers 21 km with a driving time of approximately 20 min.
Which direction is Ennis from Shannon?: Ennis lies roughly to the north-west of Shannon.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Shannon and Ennis?: Along the route from Shannon to Ennis you can fill up at Circle K, Texaco, Corrib Oil (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I stop to rest between Shannon and Ennis?: On the route from Shannon to Ennis you can take a break at The Banner Plaza.
Are there charging stations between Shannon and Ennis?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Shannon to Ennis, including Bunratty West, Bunratty (360 kW); R471 (360 kW); Ennis Rd, Limerick (200 kW). Charging points on this route: 54.

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