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

The cheapest way to get from Downpatrick to Limerick is to bus via Dublin which costs €30 - €45 and takes 7h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Downpatrick to Limerick is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Downpatrick and Limerick?

No, there is no direct bus from Downpatrick to Limerick. However, there are services departing from Church Street and arriving at Limerick Arthur's Quay via Grand Central Bus Stand 11 and Dublin Airport Zone 10. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

How far is it from Downpatrick to Limerick?

The distance between Downpatrick and Limerick is 418 km. The road distance is 305.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Downpatrick to Limerick without a car is to train which takes 6h 48m and costs €35 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 6h 48m to get from Downpatrick to Limerick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Downpatrick to Limerick bus from?

Downpatrick to Limerick bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 station.

Train or bus from Downpatrick to Limerick?

The best way to get from Downpatrick to Limerick is to train which takes 6h 48m and costs €35 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 59m.

Where does the Downpatrick to Limerick bus arrive?

Downpatrick to Limerick bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Airport T2 station.

Can I drive from Downpatrick to Limerick?

Yes, the driving distance between Downpatrick to Limerick is 306 km. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Downpatrick to Limerick.

Where can I stay near Limerick?

There are 133+ hotels available in Limerick.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Downpatrick 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 Belfast Grand Central to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to LimerickIc
6h 48m
€37–53
Bus via Dublin
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotel705x
2. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Limerick Arthur's Quay300
7h 24m
€32–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 to Dublin Airport T2X1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 10 to Limerick Arthur's Quay712
6h 59m
Drive 305.5 km
1. Drive from Downpatrick to Limerick305.5 km
4h 8m
€53–77

Downpatrick to Limerick by bus and train

1Weekly Services

6h 48mAverage Duration

€37Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Downpatrick to Limerick.

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Distance: 418.3 km
Duration: 6h 48m

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

You can take a bus from Church Street to Limerick via Grand Central Station Stand 21, Belfast Grand Central, and Dublin Connolly in around 6h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Church Street to Limerick Arthur's Quay via Grand Central Station Stand 21, Grand Central Bus Stand 11, Dublin Airport T2, and Dublin Airport Zone 10 in around 6h 59m.

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