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

The cheapest way to get from Limerick to Castlerock is to train which costs £40 - £65 and takes 7h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Limerick to Castlerock is to drive which takes 4h 52m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Limerick and Castlerock?

No, there is no direct train from Limerick to Castlerock. However, there are services departing from Limerick and arriving at Castlerock via Heuston, Dublin Connolly and Belfast Great Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

How far is it from Limerick to Castlerock?

The distance between Limerick and Castlerock is 311 miles. The road distance is 221.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Limerick to Castlerock without a car is to train which takes 7h 35m and costs £40 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 7h 35m to get from Limerick to Castlerock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Castlerock train from?

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

Train or bus from Limerick to Castlerock?

The best way to get from Limerick to Castlerock is to train which takes 7h 35m and costs £40 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 46m.

Where does the Limerick to Castlerock train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Limerick to Castlerock?

Yes, the driving distance between Limerick to Castlerock is 222 miles. It takes approximately 4h 52m to drive from Limerick to Castlerock.

Where can I stay near Castlerock?

There are 708+ hotels available in Castlerock.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Limerick to Castlerock 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 Limerick to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Castlerocktrain
7h 35m
£42–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2bus 712
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Europa Bus Centrebus
3. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Coleraine Buscentrebus 218
8h 46m
Drive 220.6 mi
1. Drive from Limerick to Castlerockcar 220.6 mi
4h 52m
£55–79
Train via Tipperary
1. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Dublin Heustontrain 205 / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Castlerocktrain
8h 10m
£43–64
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Galway Ceannt Stationbus 51
2. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt Station to Ulsterbus Depotbus 64
3. Take the train from Derry-Londonderry to Castlerocktrain
10h 31m
£50–73

Limerick to Castlerock by train and tram

30Weekly Services

7h 35mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Limerick to Castlerock.

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Distance: 309 mi
Duration: 7h 35m

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

You can take a train from Limerick to Castlerock via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, Dublin Connolly, and Belfast Great Central in around 7h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Castlerock via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2, Europa Bus Centre, Bridge Street, Coleraine Buscentre, and Coleraine in around 8h 46m.

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