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

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Limerick is to train which costs €11 - €16 and takes 1h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galway to Limerick is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs €16 - €24.

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Limerick?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Galway Coach Station station and arriving at Henry Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Galway and Limerick?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Galway and arriving at Limerick. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Galway to Limerick?

The distance between Galway and Limerick is 97 km. The road distance is 98.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Galway to Limerick without a car is to bus which takes 1h 30m and costs €12 - €23.

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

The bus from Galway Coach Station to Henry Street takes 1h 30m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Galway to Limerick bus from?

Galway to Limerick bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Galway Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Galway to Limerick train from?

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

Train or bus from Galway to Limerick?

The best way to get from Galway to Limerick is to bus which takes 1h 30m and costs €12 - €23. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €11 - €16 and takes 1h 57m.

Where does the Galway to Limerick bus arrive?

Galway to Limerick bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Henry Street station.

Where does the Galway to Limerick train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galway to Limerick?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Limerick is 99 km. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Galway to Limerick.

Where can I stay near Limerick?

There are 133+ hotels available in Limerick.

Galway to Limerick - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Galway to Limerick by bus, train, or car

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Galway to Limerick by bus

154Weekly Buses

1h 30mAverage Duration

€12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 97.1 km
Duration: 1h 30m

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

Citylink operates a bus from Galway Coach Station to Henry Street every 4 hours. Tickets cost €12–18 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Expressway (Bus Éireann) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Galway to Limerick 4 times a day. Tickets cost €11–16 and the journey takes 1h 57m.

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