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 3h 25m.

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 - €27.

Is there a direct bus between Cobh and Limerick?

No, there is no direct bus from Cobh to Limerick station. However, there are services departing from Cobh and arriving at Limerick Colbert Station via Summerhill North and Cork Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

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 3h 25m.

How far is it from Cobh to Limerick?

The distance between Cobh and Limerick is 134 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 bus which takes 3h 4m and costs €19 - €28.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m 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 Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Cork Bus 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 bus which takes 3h 4m and costs €19 - €28. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €16 - €24 and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Cobh to Limerick bus arrive?

Cobh to Limerick bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Limerick Colbert 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 148+ hotels available in Limerick.

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

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station to Limerick Colbert Stationbus 51
3h 4m
€19–28
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cobh to Corktrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Cork to Limerick Junctiontrain 217 / ...
3. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Limericktrain Ic / ...
3h 25m
€16–23
Drive 109.8 km
1. Drive from Cobh to Limerickcar 109.8 km
1h 43m
€19–27
Bus via Henry Street
1. Take the bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Henry Streetbus 251
3h 13m
€19–27

Cobh to Limerick by bus

20Weekly Buses

3h 4mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cobh to Limerick.

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Distance: 133.9 km
Duration: 3h 4m

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

Expressway (Bus Éireann) operates a bus from Cork Bus Station to Limerick Colbert Station hourly. Tickets cost €16–23 and the journey takes 1h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cobh to Limerick via Cork and Limerick Junction in around 3h 25m.

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