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

The cheapest way to get from Drogheda to Limerick is to bus via Dublin which costs €22 - €35 and takes 6h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Drogheda to Limerick is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Drogheda and Limerick?

No, there is no direct bus from Drogheda to Limerick. However, there are services departing from Drogheda Bus and arriving at Limerick Arthurs Qy via Airport Zone 10. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Drogheda and Limerick?

No, there is no direct train from Drogheda to Limerick. However, there are services departing from Drogheda and arriving at Limerick via Connolly, Dublin Heuston and Limerick Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Drogheda to Limerick?

The distance between Drogheda and Limerick is 247 km. The road distance is 230.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Drogheda to Limerick without a car is to bus which takes 3h 44m and costs €22 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Drogheda to Limerick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Drogheda to Limerick bus from?

Drogheda to Limerick bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Drogheda Bus station.

Where do I catch the Drogheda to Limerick train from?

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

Train or bus from Drogheda to Limerick?

The best way to get from Drogheda to Limerick is to bus which takes 3h 44m and costs €22 - €45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €29 - €45 and takes 4h 23m.

Where does the Drogheda to Limerick bus arrive?

Drogheda to Limerick bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Terminal 2 Zone 19 station.

Where does the Drogheda to Limerick train arrive?

Drogheda to Limerick train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Drogheda to Limerick?

Yes, the driving distance between Drogheda to Limerick is 231 km. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Drogheda to Limerick.

Where can I stay near Limerick?

There are 161+ hotels available in Limerick.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Drogheda 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 Drogheda Bus to Terminal 2 Zone 19bus 100X
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 10 to Limerick Arthurs Qybus 712
3h 44m
€22–44
Train
1. Take the train from Drogheda to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Limerick Junctiontrain 212 / ...
4h 23m
€30–44
Drive 230.6 km
1. Drive from Drogheda to Limerickcar 230.6 km
2h 41m
€39–56
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from St Mary's Hospital to Dublin Busárasbus 101
2. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Limerick Arthurs Qybus 300
5h 9m
€23–33
Bus via Dublin #2
1. Take the bus from St Mary's Hospital to Dublin Busárasbus 101
2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Limerick Arthurs Qybus 735
6h 12m
€22–32

Drogheda to Limerick by bus and foot

147Weekly Services

3h 44mAverage Duration

€22Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Drogheda to Limerick.

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Distance: 247.3 km
Duration: 3h 44m

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

You can take a bus from Drogheda Bus to Limerick Arthurs Qy via Terminal 2 Zone 19 and Airport Zone 10 in around 3h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Drogheda to Limerick via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, Dublin Heuston, and Limerick Junction in around 4h 23m.

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