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 €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 21m 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 Europa Bus Centre and Burgh Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

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 Great Central, Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

How far is it from Carrickfergus to Limerick?

The distance between Carrickfergus and Limerick is 408 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 47m and costs €40 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 6h 47m 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 Aircoach, depart from Europa Bus Centre station.

Where do I catch the Carrickfergus to Limerick train from?

Carrickfergus to Limerick train services, operated by Translink, depart from Belfast Great Central station.

Train or bus from Carrickfergus to Limerick?

The best way to get from Carrickfergus to Limerick is to train which takes 6h 47m and costs €40 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Carrickfergus to Limerick bus arrive?

Carrickfergus to Limerick bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at The Gresham Hotel station.

Where does the Carrickfergus to Limerick train arrive?

Carrickfergus to Limerick train services, operated by Translink, 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 21m to drive from Carrickfergus to Limerick.

Where can I stay near Limerick?

There are 147+ hotels available in Limerick.

Carrickfergus to Limerick - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Carrickfergus to Limerick by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain Belfast Great Central - Dublin Connolly
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Limericktrain Re
6h 47m
€41–59
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotelbus 705x
2. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Limerick Arthur's Quaybus 300
7h 15m
€32–44
Drive 335.8 km
1. Drive from Carrickfergus to Limerickcar 335.8 km
4h 21m
€60–86
Train via Tipperary
1. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain Belfast Great Central - Dublin Connolly
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Limerick Junctiontrain 212 / ...
7h 6m
€42–62
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 12 to Dublin Busaras Bus Stationbus X1
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 10 to Limerick Arthur's Quaybus 712
7h 46m

Carrickfergus to Limerick by train and tram

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6h 47mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Carrickfergus to Limerick.

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Distance: 407.7 km
Duration: 6h 47m

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

You can take a train from Carrickfergus to Limerick via Belfast Great Central, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 6h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Joymount to Limerick Arthur's Quay via Donegall Place, Europa Bus Centre, The Gresham Hotel, and Burgh Quay in around 7h 15m.

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