What is the cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Limerick?

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Limerick is to car ferry and drive which costs €90 - €260 and takes 6h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Limerick?

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Limerick is to car ferry and drive which takes 6h 28m and costs €90 - €260.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Limerick?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Limerick. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at Limerick Arthur's Quay via Grand Central Station Durham Street and Dublin Airport Zone 10. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 29m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Limerick?

The distance between Cairnryan and Limerick is 438 km.

How do I travel from Cairnryan to Limerick without a car?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Limerick without a car is to bus and ferry and bus which takes 8h 29m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cairnryan to Limerick?

It takes approximately 8h 29m to get from Cairnryan to Limerick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Limerick bus from?

Cairnryan to Limerick bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Cairnryan Stena Terminal station.

Where does the Cairnryan to Limerick bus arrive?

Cairnryan to Limerick bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast, Europa Buscentre station.

Where can I stay near Limerick?

There are 138+ hotels available in Limerick.

Cairnryan to Limerick - 5 ways to travel via train, bus and ferry, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Cairnryan to Limerick by busferry, bus, train, car ferry, car, or ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus and ferry, bus
best
1. Take the busferry from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentre923
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Durham Street to Dublin Airport Zone 14785
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 10 to Limerick Arthur's Quay712
8h 29m
Ferry, train
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Cairnryan to Larne
2. Take the train from Larne Harbour to Belfast Grand Central0
3. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
4. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to LimerickIc
10h 8m
€73–315
Bus and ferry, train
1. Take the busferry from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentre923
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
3. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to LimerickIc
9h 15m
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast
2. Drive from Belfast to Limerick
6h 28m
€93–260
Bus and ferry, bus via Dublin
1. Take the busferry from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentre923
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 to Dublin Busaras Bus StationX1
3. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Limerick Arthur's Quay300
9h 32m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 437.8 km
Duration: 8h 29m

What companies run services between Cairnryan, Scotland and Limerick, Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Cairnryan to Limerick. However, you can take the vehicle to Belfast, Europa Buscentre, walk to Grand Central Station Durham Street, take the bus to Dublin Airport Zone 14, then take the bus to Limerick Arthur's Quay. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Limerick via Belfast, Europa Buscentre, Belfast Grand Central, and Dublin Connolly in around 9h 15m.

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