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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmainham to Limerick is to bus which costs €15 - €22 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmainham to Limerick is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmainham and Limerick?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Heuston Station station and arriving at Limerick Arthur's Quay. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmainham and Limerick?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dublin Heuston and arriving at Limerick. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Kilmainham to Limerick?

The distance between Kilmainham and Limerick is 205 km. The road distance is 191 km.

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

The best way to get from Kilmainham to Limerick without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs €18 - €25.

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

The train from Dublin Heuston to Limerick takes 2h 13m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Kilmainham to Limerick bus from?

Kilmainham to Limerick bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Red Cow Luas station.

Where do I catch the Kilmainham to Limerick train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilmainham to Limerick?

The best way to get from Kilmainham to Limerick is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs €18 - €25. Alternatively, you can bus via Red Cow Luas, which costs €17 - €26 and takes 3h.

Where does the Kilmainham to Limerick bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kilmainham to Limerick train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilmainham to Limerick?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmainham to Limerick is 191 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Kilmainham to Limerick.

Where can I stay near Limerick?

There are 139+ hotels available in Limerick.

Kilmainham to Limerick - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to LimerickIc
2h 13m
€18–25
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Limerick Arthur's Quay735
3h 10m
€15–22
Bus via Red Cow Luas
1. Take the bus from Red Cow Luas to Limerick Arthur's Quay300
3h
€18–26
Drive 191 km
1. Drive from Kilmainham to Limerick191 km
1h 57m
€33–47
Train via Tipperary
1. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Limerick JunctionIc / ...
2. Take the train from Limerick Junction to LimerickIc / ...
2h 44m
€19–27

Kilmainham to Limerick by train

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2h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 205.3 km
Duration: 2h 13m

What companies run services between Kilmainham, IE-D, Ireland and Limerick, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Heuston to Limerick 3 times a day. Tickets cost €18–25 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Alternatively, Dublin Coach operates a bus from Red Cow Luas to Limerick Arthur's Quay hourly. Tickets cost €16–23 and the journey takes 2h 25m. J.J.Kavanagh & Sons also services this route 4 times a day.

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