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

The cheapest way to get from Dundalk to Limerick is to bus via Dublin which costs €24 - €35 and takes 5h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dundalk to Limerick is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Dundalk and Limerick?

No, there is no direct bus from Dundalk to Limerick. However, there are services departing from Stapleton Place and arriving at Limerick Arthurs Qy via Airport Zone 10. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Dundalk and Limerick?

No, there is no direct train from Dundalk to Limerick. However, there are services departing from Dundalk and arriving at Limerick via Connolly, Dublin Heuston and Limerick Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

How far is it from Dundalk to Limerick?

The distance between Dundalk and Limerick is 285 km. The road distance is 234.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Dundalk to Limerick without a car is to bus which takes 4h 14m and costs €30 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Dundalk to Limerick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Limerick bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Limerick train from?

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

Train or bus from Dundalk to Limerick?

The best way to get from Dundalk to Limerick is to bus which takes 4h 14m and costs €30 - €50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 4h 47m.

Where does the Dundalk to Limerick bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dundalk to Limerick train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dundalk to Limerick?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundalk to Limerick is 235 km. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Dundalk to Limerick.

Where can I stay near Limerick?

There are 163+ hotels available in Limerick.

Dundalk to Limerick - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Dundalk to Limerick by bus, train, car, or plane

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 Stapleton Place to Terminal 2 Zone 19bus 100X
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 10 to Limerick Arthurs Qybus 712
4h 14m
€31–47
Bus via Dublin
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Marshes Shop Cntr to Cathal Brugha Stbus 901 / ...
2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Limerick Arthurs Qybus 735
5h 55m
€24–31
Train
1. Take the train from Dundalk to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Limerick Junctiontrain 208 / ...
4h 47m
€33–48
Drive 234.8 km
1. Drive from Dundalk to Limerickcar 234.8 km
3h 18m
€41–59
Bus, fly to Shannon Airport
1. Take the bus from Stapleton Place to Terminal 2 Zone 19bus
2. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Shannon Airport (SNN)plane DUB - SNN
6h 54m
€76–266
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dundalk to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Limerick Arthurs Qybus 300
4h 15m
€34–47
Bus, fly to Kerry Airport
1. Take the bus from Stapleton Place to Terminal 2 Zone 19bus
2. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Kerry Airport (KIR)plane DUB - KIR
3. Take the bus from Kerry Airport to Limerick Colbertbus
5h 56m
€55–107

Dundalk to Limerick by bus and foot

133Weekly Services

4h 14mAverage Duration

€31Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dundalk to Limerick.

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Distance: 285.4 km
Duration: 4h 14m

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

You can take a bus from Stapleton Place to Limerick Arthurs Qy via Terminal 2 Zone 19 and Airport Zone 10 in around 4h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dundalk to Limerick via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, Dublin Heuston, and Limerick Junction in around 4h 47m.

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