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 50m.

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 15m 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 five times a week, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 50m.

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 50m and costs €11 - €17.

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

The train from Limerick to Cork takes 1h 50m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Cork bus from?

Limerick to Cork bus services, operated by 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 50m and costs €11 - €17. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €11 - €23 and takes 1h 50m.

Where does the Limerick to Cork bus arrive?

Limerick to Cork bus services, operated by 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 15m to drive from Limerick to Cork.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 281+ 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 Cork250 / ...
1h 50m
€11–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Cork Bus Station51
1h 50m
€11–23
Drive 99.4 km
1. Drive from Limerick to Cork99.4 km
1h 15m
€17–25
Train via Tipperary
1. Take the train from Limerick to Limerick JunctionIc / ...
2. Take the train from Limerick Junction to CorkIc / ...
2h 22m
€13–19

Limerick to Cork by train

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Distance: 128.7 km
Duration: 1h 50m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Limerick to Cork 5 times a week. Tickets cost €11–17 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Alternatively, Bus Éireann operates a bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Cork Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost €11–16 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Two other operators also service this route.

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