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

The cheapest way to get from Limerick to Abbeyleix is to bus which costs €11 - €19 and takes 3h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Limerick to Abbeyleix is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs €17 - €25.

Is there a direct bus between Limerick and Abbeyleix?

No, there is no direct bus from Limerick to Abbeyleix. However, there are services departing from Limerick Arthurs Qy and arriving at Abbeyleix via Portlaoise JFL Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Limerick and Abbeyleix?

No, there is no direct train from Limerick to Abbeyleix. However, there are services departing from Limerick and arriving at Portlaoise via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Limerick to Abbeyleix?

The distance between Limerick and Abbeyleix is 139 km. The road distance is 102.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Limerick to Abbeyleix without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs €14 - €21.

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

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Limerick to Abbeyleix, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Abbeyleix bus from?

Limerick to Abbeyleix bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Limerick Arthurs Qy station.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Abbeyleix train from?

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

Train or bus from Limerick to Abbeyleix?

The best way to get from Limerick to Abbeyleix is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs €14 - €21. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €11 - €19 and takes 3h 17m.

Where does the Limerick to Abbeyleix bus arrive?

Limerick to Abbeyleix bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Portlaoise JFL Ave station.

Where does the Limerick to Abbeyleix train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Limerick to Abbeyleix?

Yes, the driving distance between Limerick to Abbeyleix is 102 km. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Limerick to Abbeyleix.

Where can I stay near Abbeyleix?

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Limerick to Abbeyleix by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Limerick to Portlaoisetrain Re / ...
2h 36m
€14–21
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Portlaoise JFL Avebus 735
3h 17m
€12–18
Drive 102.4 km
1. Drive from Limerick to Abbeyleixcar 102.4 km
1h 14m
€18–25
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Limerick to Limerick Junctiontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
3. Take the bus from Portlaoise Stn to Abbeyleixbus 858
3h 5m
€15–24
Bus via Cashel
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Cashelbus 332
2. Take the bus from Cashel to Abbeyleixbus 858b
3h 51m
€24–31

Limerick to Abbeyleix by train and bus

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2h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 138.5 km
Duration: 2h 36m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Limerick to Portlaoise every 4 hours. Tickets cost €11–16 and the journey takes 1h 18m. Alternatively, J.J.Kavanagh & Sons operates a bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Portlaoise JFL Ave 5 times a day. Tickets cost €8–13 and the journey takes 1h 55m.

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