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

The cheapest way to get from Cobh to Limerick is to train which costs €16 - €24 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cobh to Limerick is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs €18 - €28.

Is there a direct bus between Cobh and Limerick?

No, there is no direct bus from Cobh to Limerick. However, there are services departing from Spy Hill and arriving at Limerick Colbert via Cork Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Cobh and Limerick?

No, there is no direct train from Cobh to Limerick. However, there are services departing from Cobh and arriving at Limerick via Cork and Limerick Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Cobh to Limerick?

The distance between Cobh and Limerick is 147 km. The road distance is 109.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Cobh to Limerick without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs €16 - €24.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Cobh to Limerick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cobh to Limerick bus from?

Cobh to Limerick bus services, operated by Barrys Coaches, depart from Spy Hill station.

Where do I catch the Cobh to Limerick train from?

Cobh to Limerick train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Cobh station.

Train or bus from Cobh to Limerick?

The best way to get from Cobh to Limerick is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs €16 - €24. Alternatively, you can line 200 bus and bus, which costs and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Cobh to Limerick bus arrive?

Cobh to Limerick bus services, operated by Barrys Coaches, arrive at Cork Patrick's Quay station.

Where does the Cobh to Limerick train arrive?

Cobh to Limerick train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Cork station.

Can I drive from Cobh to Limerick?

Yes, the driving distance between Cobh to Limerick is 110 km. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Cobh to Limerick.

Where can I stay near Limerick?

There are 159+ hotels available in Limerick.

Cobh to Limerick - 4 ways to travel via train, line 200 bus, bus, and car

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cobh to Corktrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Cork to Limerick Junctiontrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Limericktrain Ic / ...
2h 38m
€16–23
Line 200 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Spy Hill to Cork Patrick's Quaybus 200
2. Take the bus from Cork Bus Stn to Limerick Colbertbus 51
3h 10m
Drive 109.8 km
1. Drive from Cobh to Limerickcar 109.8 km
1h 43m
€19–28
Line 200 bus, bus via Henry Street
1. Take the bus from Spy Hill to Cork Patrick's Quaybus 200
2. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Henry Streetbus 251
3h 19m

Cobh to Limerick by train

182Weekly Trains

2h 38mAverage Duration

€16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 147 km
Duration: 2h 38m

What companies run services between Cobh, Ireland and Limerick, Ireland?

You can take a train from Cobh to Limerick via Cork and Limerick Junction in around 2h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Spy Hill to Limerick Colbert via Cork Patrick's Quay and Cork Bus Stn in around 3h 10m.

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