How long does it take to get from Galway to Shannon Airport?

About 1 hour 15 minutes door to terminal, covering roughly 90 km on the M18. We build in extra time for early-morning and bank-holiday traffic.

What time should I leave Galway for my flight?

We usually recommend leaving around three hours before a short-haul departure and three and a half hours before a transatlantic one. Tell us your flight number and we'll set the pickup time for you.

Can you collect me from Shannon Airport arrivals?

Yes. Book the Shannon Airport to Galway city route for arrivals. Add your flight number and confirm your name-board meeting arrangements, luggage requirements and waiting allowance before travel. Contact us if your flight changes or you are delayed after landing.

Which Galway pickups do these fares cover?

The €150 and €187.50 fares cover the listed Galway city route, with pickups from city homes, hotels and offices, including Eyre Square, Salthill, Renmore and Knocknacarra. Enter your exact address or Eircode. Galway county pickups, extra stops or a different itinerary require a confirmed quote before booking.

Private airport transfer

Galway to Shannon Airport transfer

Book your Galway city to Shannon Airport transfer for €150 with Executive 1–4 passengers or €187.50 with Executive 5–7 passengers. Each fare is one way for the whole booking, not per person. We collect from your Galway city home, hotel or office and take you directly to departures — roughly 90 km via the M18, about 1 hour 15 minutes in normal traffic.

Airport transfers Galway — all airport fares Return journey: Shannon Airport to Galway

One-way fare · Executive 1–4 passengers

€160.00

Per booking, not per person

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Fares by group size

One-way fixed fares per booking, not per person, for the listed Galway city to Shannon Airport route. Tolls and airport set-down charges are included.

Passengers	One-way fare
Executive 1–4 passengers	€150.00
Executive 5–7 passengers	€187.50

Galway city pickups include Eyre Square, Salthill, Renmore and Knocknacarra. Add your exact address or Eircode; county pickups and extra stops require a confirmed quote.

Return journeys are double the one-way fare. Pay in full, or hold the car with a 30% deposit.

Travelling with family or a group? Confirm luggage and child-seat arrangements before paying. Read customer reviews or call about your airport journey.

What's included in this transfer

Fixed fare for your chosen passenger tier
Tolls and airport charges included on the listed route
Direct collection and airport terminal drop-off
Flight details used to plan your airport pickup
Luggage and child-seat arrangements confirmed on request
Private travel, with 24/7 bookings subject to availability

Airport transfers Galway City to Shannon Airport (SNN), booked in advance

Choose a collection time that allows for the drive, traffic and your airline’s check-in requirements. A private transfer starts at your Galway city home, hotel or office rather than a scheduled bus stop. Add your address or Eircode and flight number, and tell us about luggage or child seats. The fare is per booking for the selected passenger tier and includes tolls and Shannon set-down charges on the listed city route. County pickups or extra stops require a confirmed quote. Compare current coach timetables and tickets if price is your priority.

Atlantic Executive Travel is based in Galway. Add your exact pickup and drop-off details, flight number and any special requirements before paying. Your trip is confirmed once the required payment is received. Use manage booking to pay the balance or cancel online up to 24 hours before pickup; contact us for other changes.

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Common questions

How long does it take to get from Galway to Shannon Airport?: About 1 hour 15 minutes door to terminal, covering roughly 90 km on the M18. We build in extra time for early-morning and bank-holiday traffic.
How much is a taxi from Galway to Shannon Airport?: €150 for Executive 1–4 passengers or €187.50 for Executive 5–7 passengers. Each fixed fare is one way per booking, not per person, for the listed Galway city to Shannon Airport route. Tolls and Shannon airport set-down charges are included. County pickups and extra stops require a confirmed quote.
What time should I leave Galway for my flight?: We usually recommend leaving around three hours before a short-haul departure and three and a half hours before a transatlantic one. Tell us your flight number and we'll set the pickup time for you.
Can you collect me from Shannon Airport arrivals?: Yes. Book the Shannon Airport to Galway city route for arrivals. Add your flight number and confirm your name-board meeting arrangements, luggage requirements and waiting allowance before travel. Contact us if your flight changes or you are delayed after landing.
Which Galway pickups do these fares cover?: The €150 and €187.50 fares cover the listed Galway city route, with pickups from city homes, hotels and offices, including Eyre Square, Salthill, Renmore and Knocknacarra. Enter your exact address or Eircode. Galway county pickups, extra stops or a different itinerary require a confirmed quote before booking.

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