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

The cheapest way to get from Carrickfergus to Limerick is to bus which costs €35 - €60 and takes 6h 32m.

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 - €90.

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 Glengall Street and Dublin Airport Zone 10. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

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 52m.

How far is it from Carrickfergus to Limerick?

The distance between Carrickfergus and Limerick is 387 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 bus which takes 6h 32m and costs €35 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 6h 32m 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 Dublin Express, depart from Glengall Street 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 bus which takes 6h 32m and costs €35 - €60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €40 - €65 and takes 6h 52m.

Where does the Carrickfergus to Limerick bus arrive?

Carrickfergus to Limerick bus services, operated by Dublin Express, arrive at Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 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 139+ 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 bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Glengall Street to Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1785
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 10 to Limerick Arthur's Quay712
6h 32m
€39–58
Train
1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to LimerickIc
6h 52m
€43–63
Drive 335.8 km
1. Drive from Carrickfergus to Limerick335.8 km
4h 20m
€60–86
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 to Dublin Busaras Bus StationX1
2. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Limerick Arthur's Quay300
7h 8m

Carrickfergus to Limerick by bus and foot

105Weekly Services

6h 32mAverage Duration

€39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 386.6 km
Duration: 6h 32m

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

You can take a bus from Joymount to Limerick Arthur's Quay via Donegall Place, Glengall Street, Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1, and Dublin Airport Zone 10 in around 6h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Carrickfergus to Limerick via Belfast Grand Central and Dublin Connolly in around 6h 52m.

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