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

The cheapest way to get from Limerick to Belfast is to bus which costs £30 - £45 and takes 5h.

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

The fastest way to get from Limerick to Belfast is to drive which takes 4h 7m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Limerick and Belfast?

No, there is no direct bus from Limerick to Belfast. However, there are services departing from Limerick Arthur's Quay and arriving at Europa Bus Centre via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Limerick and Belfast?

No, there is no direct train from Limerick to Belfast. However, there are services departing from Limerick and arriving at Belfast Grand Central via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Limerick to Belfast?

The distance between Limerick and Belfast is 243 miles. The road distance is 198.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Limerick to Belfast without a car is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs £30 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Limerick to Belfast, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Belfast bus from?

Limerick to Belfast bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Limerick Arthur's Quay station.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Belfast train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Limerick to Belfast?

The best way to get from Limerick to Belfast is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs £30 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £45 and takes 5h, you could also fly, which costs £75 - £210 and takes 6h 52m.

Where does the Limerick to Belfast bus arrive?

Limerick to Belfast bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 station.

Where does the Limerick to Belfast train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Limerick to Belfast?

Yes, the driving distance between Limerick to Belfast is 199 miles. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Limerick to Belfast.

Where can I stay near Belfast?

There are 1258+ hotels available in Belfast.

Limerick to Belfast - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Limerick to Belfast by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Limerick to Dublin HeustonIc
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand CentralIc / ...
4h 59m
£34–49
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2712
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Europa Bus Centre705x
5h
£30–41
Drive 197.7 mi
1. Drive from Limerick to Belfast197.7 mi
4h 7m
£49–70
Bus to Kerry Airport, fly to Dublin Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Kerry Airport
2. Fly from Kerry Airport (KIR) to Dublin Airport (DUB)KIR - DUB
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Europa Bus Centre
6h 2m
£47–107
Train via Tipperary
1. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Dublin HeustonIc / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand CentralIc / ...
5h 36m
£35–51
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Red Cow Luas300
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Grand Central Bus Stand 11X1
6h 7m
Fly Shannon Airport to George Best Belfast City Airport
1. Fly from Shannon Airport (SNN) to George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)SNN - BHD
6h 52m
£78–210
Bus to Cork Airport, fly to George Best Belfast City Airport
1. Take the bus from Henry Street to Cork Airport
2. Fly from Cork Airport (ORK) to George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)ORK - BHD
7h 20m
£90–199

Limerick to Belfast by train and tram

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4h 59mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Limerick to Belfast.

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Distance: 241.8 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Limerick, Ireland and Belfast, Northern Ireland?

You can take a train from Limerick to Belfast Grand Central via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, and Dublin Connolly in around 4h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Europa Bus Centre via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 in around 5h.

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