Private Airport Transfer
Galway to Shannon Airport Private Transfer
The short, sensible link between Galway and Shannon Airport — about an hour and a quarter door to door, at a fare fixed before you travel.
Fixed fares for this route
All-inclusive prices — tolls, airport parking, and waiting time are already covered. Confirmed in writing before you travel.
| 1–2 passengers | €150 |
| 3–4 passengers | €160 |
| 5–6 passengers | €170 |
| 7–8 passengers | €180 |
Why book this transfer
- Shortest airport link for Galway travellers — around 75 minutes
- Fixed fare from €150, both directions
- Convenient for transatlantic arrivals into Shannon
- Optional scenic extension via the Burren or Cliffs of Moher
- Also serves Ennis, Bunratty, Dromoland Castle, and Adare
Why Shannon suits Galway travellers
Shannon Airport is the closest international gateway to Galway and the west, and it handles a good share of transatlantic traffic with famously quick immigration thanks to US pre-clearance on the way out. For visitors heading to Galway, Connemara, or Clare, it often beats Dublin on total travel time.
The transfer itself is straightforward: about 75 minutes on the M18 motorway, with no city centres to cross at either end.
Castles and hotels on this corridor
This route passes some of Ireland's best-known castle hotels. Drop-offs at Dromoland Castle, Bunratty, Adare Manor, and the hotels around Ennis are all regular bookings, and each can be quoted as a fixed fare rather than a meter reading.
Golf groups travelling to Lahinch, Doonbeg, or Dromoland use the same corridor, and the vehicle carries clubs alongside passengers without a second car.
Turning the transfer into a first day
Because the drive is short, many arriving guests use the spare hours productively: the Cliffs of Moher and the Burren sit directly between Shannon and Galway, which makes a scenic transfer a genuinely practical option rather than a detour.
If that appeals, the Cliffs of Moher and Burren private tour can be run on the arrival day, finishing at your Galway hotel in the evening.
What is included
- Private vehicle for your group only — no sharing, no extra stops
- Flight tracking, so the pick-up moves with your actual landing time
- Meet and greet in arrivals with a name board
- 60 minutes of complimentary waiting time after landing
- All tolls, airport parking, and fuel included in the quoted fare
- Luggage assistance and space for full-size cases
- Onboard Wi-Fi, bottled water, and climate control
What the service looks like
Real photographs from our own transfers — not stock imagery.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Shannon Airport from Galway?
About 90 km, or roughly an hour and fifteen minutes by road on the M18 motorway. It is the closest international airport to Galway city.
How much is the transfer?
From €150 for one or two passengers, rising in steps to €180 for a group of seven or eight. The fare is fixed in advance and includes tolls and airport parking.
Can you add the Cliffs of Moher on the way?
Yes — the cliffs sit almost directly on this route. A scenic transfer with a cliffs stop is quoted separately from the direct fare; ask when requesting your quote.
Do you serve Dromoland Castle and Bunratty?
Yes, both are minutes from Shannon Airport and are frequent drop-off points on this corridor, along with Adare Manor, Ennis hotels, and the Clare golf resorts.
Book this transfer
Get your fixed fare
Send your flight number, date, passenger count, and exact addresses. You will receive a confirmed fixed fare — no meters, no surprises on arrival.