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

The cheapest way to get from Ireland to Limerick is to bus which costs €18 - €26 and takes 3h 14m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Ireland and Limerick?

No, there is no direct bus from Ireland to Limerick. However, there are services departing from Grand Parade and arriving at Limerick Arthur's Quay via Burgh Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Ireland to Limerick?

The distance between Ireland and Limerick is 200 km. The road distance is 194.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ireland to Limerick without a car is to bus which takes 3h 14m and costs €18 - €26.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Ireland to Limerick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ireland to Limerick bus from?

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

Train or bus from Ireland to Limerick?

The best way to get from Ireland to Limerick is to bus which takes 3h 14m and costs €18 - €26. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €19 - €35 and takes 3h 40m.

Where does the Ireland to Limerick bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ireland to Limerick?

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

Where can I stay near Limerick?

There are 154+ hotels available in Limerick.

Ireland to Limerick - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 700 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Ireland to Limerick by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Limerick Arthur's Quaybus 300
3h 14m
€19–26
Train
1. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Limerick Junctiontrain 212 / ...
2. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Limericktrain Ic / ...
3h 40m
€19–31
Drive 194.3 km
1. Drive from Dublin to Limerickcar 194.3 km
2h 1m
€34–48
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Eastmoreland Place to Heuston Stationbus S2
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Limericktrain Re
3h 58m
€21–28
Line 700 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Parade to Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2bus 700
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 10 to Limerick Arthur's Quaybus 712
4h
€24–38

Ireland to Limerick by bus

245Weekly Buses

3h 14mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ireland to Limerick.

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Distance: 200.4 km
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Ireland and Limerick, Ireland?

Dublin Coach operates a bus from Burgh Quay to Limerick Arthur's Quay hourly. Tickets cost €16–23 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Westmoreland Street to Limerick via Parkgate Street, Dublin Heuston, and Limerick Junction in around 3h 40m.

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