What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Limerick Junction?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Limerick Junction is to fly and train which costs €70 - €190 and takes 6h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Limerick Junction?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Limerick Junction is to fly and train which takes 6h 26m and costs €90 - €210.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Limerick Junction?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Limerick Junction. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Limerick Junction via Glasgow Buchanan, Europa Bus Centre, Burgh Quay and Limerick Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 16m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Limerick Junction?

The distance between Edinburgh and Limerick Junction is 535 km.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Limerick Junction without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Limerick Junction without a car is to bus and bus and ferry and train which takes 13h 41m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Limerick Junction?

It takes approximately 6h 37m to get from Edinburgh to Limerick Junction, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Limerick Junction bus from?

Edinburgh to Limerick Junction bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Princes Street station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Limerick Junction bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Limerick Junction bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where can I stay near Limerick Junction?

There are 77+ hotels available in Limerick Junction.

Edinburgh to Limerick Junction - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

There are 11 ways to get from Edinburgh to Limerick Junction by plane, train, bus, busferry, car, or car ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Edinburgh Airport to Dublin Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Dublin Airport (DUB)EDI - DUB
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Limerick Junction
6h 37m
€70–185
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Cork Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cork Airport (ORK)EDI - ORK
2. Take the train from Cork to Limerick Junction
6h 32m
€54–170
Bus, bus and ferry, train
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Station900
2. Take the busferry from Glasgow Buchanan to Belfast, Europa Buscentre923
3. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Durham Street to Dublin Airport Zone 14785
4. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Limerick JunctionIc / ...
13h 41m
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Cairnryan
2. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast
3. Drive from Belfast to Limerick Junction
8h 37m
€129–319
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Dublin Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Dublin Airport (DUB)GLA - DUB
3. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Limerick Junction
7h 23m
€80–259
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Cork Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Cork Airport (ORK)GLA - ORK
3. Take the train from Cork to Limerick Junction
7h 31m
€103–254
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Shannon Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Shannon Airport (SNN)EDI - SNN
2. Take the train from Limerick to Limerick Junction
6h 26m
€90–205
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Belfast International Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Belfast International Airport (BFS)EDI - BFS
2. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Dublin Connolly
3. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Limerick Junction
8h 53m
€80–163
Fly Edinburgh Airport to George Best Belfast City Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)EDI - BHD
2. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Dublin Connolly
3. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Limerick Junction
8h 44m
€84–216
Train, bus and ferry
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the busferry from Glasgow Buchanan to Belfast, Europa Buscentre923
3. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Dublin Connolly
4. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Limerick JunctionIc / ...
13h 57m
Bus, bus and ferry
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Station900
2. Take the busferry from Glasgow Buchanan to Belfast, Europa Buscentre923
3. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotel
4. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Limerick Arthur's Quay300
16h 16m

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Dublin Airport (DUB) flights

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Distance: 535.1 km
Duration: 6h 37m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Limerick Junction, Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Edinburgh to Limerick Junction. However, you can take the vehicle to Edinburgh Airport, walk to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, fly to Dublin Airport (DUB), walk to Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1, take the bus to Heuston Station, walk to Dublin Heuston, then take the train to Limerick Junction. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Princes Street to Limerick Junction via Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow Buchanan, Belfast, Europa Buscentre, Grand Central Station Durham Street, Dublin Airport Zone 14, Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1, Heuston Station, and Dublin Heuston in around 13h 41m.

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