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

The cheapest way to get from Limerick to Cork is to train which costs €11 - €17 and takes 1h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Limerick to Cork is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs €16 - €25.

Is there a direct bus between Limerick and Cork?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Limerick Colbert Station station and arriving at Cork Bus Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Limerick and Cork?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Limerick and arriving at Cork. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Limerick to Cork?

The distance between Limerick and Cork is 129 km. The road distance is 99.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Limerick to Cork without a car is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs €11 - €17.

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

The train from Limerick to Cork takes 1h 35m including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Cork bus from?

Limerick to Cork bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Limerick Colbert Station.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Cork train from?

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

Train or bus from Limerick to Cork?

The best way to get from Limerick to Cork is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs €11 - €17. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €23 and takes 1h 50m.

Where does the Limerick to Cork bus arrive?

Limerick to Cork bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Cork Bus Station.

Where does the Limerick to Cork train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Limerick to Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between Limerick to Cork is 99 km. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Limerick to Cork.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 135+ hotels available in Cork.

Limerick to Cork - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Limerick to Cork 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 Corktrain 250
1h 35m
€11–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Cork Bus Stationbus 51
1h 50m
€13–23
Drive 99.4 km
1. Drive from Limerick to Corkcar 99.4 km
1h 16m
€17–25
Train via Tipperary
1. Take the train from Limerick to Limerick Junctiontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Corktrain 208 / ...
2h 20m
€13–19

Limerick to Cork by train

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Distance: 128.7 km
Duration: 1h 35m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Limerick to Cork once a week. Tickets cost €11–17 and the journey takes 1h 35m. Alternatively, Expressway (Bus Éireann) operates a bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Cork Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost €16–23 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Citylink also services this route every 4 hours.

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