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

The cheapest way to get from Carrickfergus to Limerick is to bus via Dublin which costs €30 - €45 and takes 7h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carrickfergus to Limerick is to drive which takes 4h 20m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between Carrickfergus and Limerick?

No, there is no direct bus from Carrickfergus to Limerick. However, there are services departing from Joymount and arriving at Limerick Arthur's Quay via Grand Central Bus Stand 11 and Dublin Airport Zone 10. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Carrickfergus and Limerick?

No, there is no direct train from Carrickfergus to Limerick. However, there are services departing from Carrickfergus and arriving at Limerick via Belfast Grand Central and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

How far is it from Carrickfergus to Limerick?

The distance between Carrickfergus and Limerick is 403 km. The road distance is 335.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Carrickfergus to Limerick without a car is to train which takes 6h 24m and costs €40 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Carrickfergus to Limerick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carrickfergus to Limerick bus from?

Carrickfergus to Limerick bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 station.

Where do I catch the Carrickfergus to Limerick train from?

Carrickfergus to Limerick train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Belfast Grand Central station.

Train or bus from Carrickfergus to Limerick?

The best way to get from Carrickfergus to Limerick is to train which takes 6h 24m and costs €40 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 56m.

Where does the Carrickfergus to Limerick bus arrive?

Carrickfergus to Limerick bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Airport T2 station.

Where does the Carrickfergus to Limerick train arrive?

Carrickfergus to Limerick train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Carrickfergus to Limerick?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrickfergus to Limerick is 336 km. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Carrickfergus to Limerick.

Where can I stay near Limerick?

There are 141+ hotels available in Limerick.

Carrickfergus to Limerick - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Carrickfergus to Limerick by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to LimerickIc
6h 24m
€44–63
Bus via Dublin
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotel705x
2. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Limerick Arthur's Quay300
7h 15m
€32–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 to Dublin Airport T2X1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 10 to Limerick Arthur's Quay712
6h 56m
Drive 335.8 km
1. Drive from Carrickfergus to Limerick335.8 km
4h 20m
€59–86

Carrickfergus to Limerick by train

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6h 24mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Carrickfergus to Limerick.

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Distance: 402.5 km
Duration: 6h 24m

What companies run services between Carrickfergus, Northern Ireland and Limerick, Ireland?

You can take a train from Carrickfergus to Limerick via Belfast Grand Central and Dublin Connolly in around 6h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Joymount to Limerick Arthur's Quay via Donegall Place, Grand Central Bus Stand 11, Dublin Airport T2, and Dublin Airport Zone 10 in around 6h 56m.

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