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

The cheapest way to get from Limerick to Donabate is to bus via Dublin Pearse which costs €21 - €30 and takes 3h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Limerick to Donabate is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Limerick and Donabate?

No, there is no direct bus from Limerick to Donabate. However, there are services departing from Limerick Arthurs Qy and arriving at Donabate via Airport Zone 15 and Swords Pavilions. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Limerick and Donabate?

No, there is no direct train from Limerick to Donabate. However, there are services departing from Limerick and arriving at Donabate via Heuston and Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Limerick to Donabate?

The distance between Limerick and Donabate is 227 km. The road distance is 215.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Limerick to Donabate without a car is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs €22 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Limerick to Donabate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Donabate bus from?

Limerick to Donabate bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Limerick Arthurs Qy station.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Donabate train from?

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

Train or bus from Limerick to Donabate?

The best way to get from Limerick to Donabate is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs €22 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €35 and takes 3h 33m.

Where does the Limerick to Donabate bus arrive?

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

Where does the Limerick to Donabate train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Limerick to Donabate?

Yes, the driving distance between Limerick to Donabate is 216 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Limerick to Donabate.

Where can I stay near Donabate?

There are 1091+ hotels available in Donabate.

Limerick to Donabate - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and tram

There are 6 ways to get from Limerick to Donabate by train, bus, car, plane, or tram

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 / ...
3h 11m
€22–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Terminal 1 Zone 2bus 712
3h 33m
€25–32
Drive 215.7 km
1. Drive from Limerick to Donabatecar 215.7 km
2h 13m
€38–54
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Kerry Airportbus
2. Fly from Kerry Airport (KIR) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane KIR - DUB
4h 35m
€46–88
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Limerick to Limerick Junctiontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
3. Take the tram from Heuston to Abbey St.tram Red
4. Take the train from Tara Street to Donabatetrain Ic / ...
3h 24m
€23–35
Bus via Dublin Pearse
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Bachelors Walkbus 300
3h 44m
€22–30

Limerick to Donabate by train, tram, and foot

78Weekly Services

3h 11mAverage Duration

€22Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Limerick to Donabate.

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Distance: 227.1 km
Duration: 3h 11m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Limerick to Dublin Heuston every 2 hours. Tickets cost €18–25 and the journey takes 2h 8m. Alternatively, Citylink operates a bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Terminal 1 Zone 2 every 2 hours. Tickets cost €19–27 and the journey takes 2h 28m.

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