The average train between Limerick and Londonderry takes 9h 32m and the fastest train takes 7h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Limerick to Londonderry. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Limerick and Londonderry. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Limerick is at 7:55 PM which arrives into Londonderry at 10:22 AM. All services require a transfer at Limerick Junction and take an average of 9h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Limerick to Londonderry? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Limerick to Londonderry. However, there are services departing from Limerick station and arriving at Londonderry station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 32m.
Limerick to Londonderry train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Limerick Junction station.
Limerick to Londonderry train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Derry-Londonderry station.
The distance between Limerick and Londonderry is 273.4 km. The road distance is 542 km.
You can take a train from Limerick to Derry-Londonderry via Limerick Junction, Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, Dublin Connolly, and Belfast Great Central in around 8h 42m.