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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Limerick is to train which costs €13 - €19 and takes 2h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Limerick is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs €16 - €24.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Limerick?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cork Bus Station station and arriving at Limerick Colbert Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Limerick?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Limerick. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Limerick via Limerick Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Cork to Limerick?

The distance between Cork and Limerick is 101 km. The road distance is 98.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Limerick without a car is to bus which takes 1h 45m and costs €13 - €23.

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

The bus from Cork Bus Station to Limerick Colbert Station takes 1h 45m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cork to Limerick bus from?

Cork to Limerick bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Cork Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Cork to Limerick train from?

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

Train or bus from Cork to Limerick?

The best way to get from Cork to Limerick is to bus which takes 1h 45m and costs €13 - €23. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €13 - €19 and takes 2h 5m.

Where does the Cork to Limerick bus arrive?

Cork to Limerick bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Limerick Colbert Station.

Where does the Cork to Limerick train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cork to Limerick?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Limerick is 99 km. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Cork to Limerick.

Where can I stay near Limerick?

There are 134+ hotels available in Limerick.

Cork to Limerick - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cork 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
1h 45m
€13–23
Train
1. Take the train from Cork to Limerick Junctiontrain 217 / ...
2. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Limericktrain Ic / ...
2h 5m
€13–18
Drive 98.7 km
1. Drive from Cork to Limerickcar 98.7 km
1h 17m
€17–24

Cork to Limerick by bus

154Weekly Buses

1h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 101 km
Duration: 1h 45m

What companies run services between Cork, 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. Citylink also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cork to Limerick via Limerick Junction in around 2h 5m.

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