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 €25 - €35 and takes 4h 43m.

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 17m 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 Dundalk Dublin Road and arriving at Limerick Arthur's Quay via Dublin Airport Zone 10. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

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 Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Dundalk to Limerick?

The distance between Dundalk and Limerick is 290 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 train which takes 4h 12m and costs €29 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m 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 Dundalk Dublin Road 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 train which takes 4h 12m and costs €29 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Dundalk to Limerick bus arrive?

Dundalk to Limerick bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Dublin, Airport 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 17m to drive from Dundalk to Limerick.

Where can I stay near Limerick?

There are 136+ hotels available in Limerick.

Dundalk to Limerick - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Dundalk to Limerick by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Dundalk to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to LimerickIc
4h 12m
€29–42
Bus via Dublin
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Marshes Shopping Centre to Cathal Brugha Street901 / ...
2. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Limerick Arthur's Quay300
4h 43m
€25–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dundalk Dublin Road to Dublin, Airport100x
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 10 to Limerick Arthur's Quay712
4h 30m
€31–47
Drive 234.8 km
1. Drive from Dundalk to Limerick234.8 km
3h 17m
€40–58
Bus, fly to Shannon Airport
1. Take the bus from Dundalk Dublin Road to Dublin, Airport
2. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Shannon Airport (SNN)DUB - SNN
6h 39m
€90–268
Bus, fly to Kerry Airport
1. Take the bus from Dundalk Dublin Road to Dublin, Airport
2. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Kerry Airport (KIR)DUB - KIR
3. Take the bus from Kerry Airport to Limerick Bus Station
5h 42m
€55–117

Dundalk to Limerick by train

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4h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 290 km
Duration: 4h 12m

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

You can take a train from Dundalk to Limerick via Dublin Connolly in around 4h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dundalk Dublin Road to Limerick Arthur's Quay via Dublin, Airport and Dublin Airport Zone 10 in around 4h 30m.

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