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

The cheapest way to get from Dublin to Limerick is to bus which costs €15 - €23 and takes 2h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dublin to Limerick is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Dublin and Limerick?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Burgh Quay and arriving at Limerick Arthur's Quay. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Dublin and Limerick?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dublin Connolly and arriving at Limerick. Services depart once a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Dublin to Limerick?

The distance between Dublin and Limerick is 204 km. The road distance is 194.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Dublin to Limerick without a car is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs €17 - €25.

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

The train from Dublin Connolly to Limerick takes 2h 12m including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Dublin to Limerick bus from?

Dublin to Limerick bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Burgh Quay station.

Where do I catch the Dublin to Limerick train from?

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

Train or bus from Dublin to Limerick?

The best way to get from Dublin to Limerick is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs €17 - €25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 - €23 and takes 2h 45m.

Where does the Dublin to Limerick bus arrive?

Dublin to Limerick bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Limerick Arthur's Quay station.

Where does the Dublin to Limerick train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dublin to Limerick?

Yes, the driving distance between Dublin to Limerick is 194 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Dublin to Limerick.

Where can I stay near Limerick?

There are 133+ hotels available in Limerick.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Dublin 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 Dublin Connolly to LimerickIc
2h 12m
€17–25
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Limerick Arthur's Quay300
2h 45m
€15–23
Drive 194.3 km
1. Drive from Dublin to Limerick194.3 km
2h 1m
€33–47
Train via Tipperary
1. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Limerick JunctionIc / ...
2. Take the train from Limerick Junction to LimerickIc / ...
2h 44m
€19–27

Dublin to Limerick by train

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2h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 203.5 km
Duration: 2h 12m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Connolly to Limerick once a week. Tickets cost €17–25 and the journey takes 2h 12m. Alternatively, Dublin Coach operates a bus from Burgh Quay to Limerick Arthur's Quay hourly. Tickets cost €16–23 and the journey takes 2h 45m. J.J.Kavanagh & Sons also services this route 4 times a day.

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