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

The cheapest way to get from Limerick to Downpatrick is to bus which costs £29 - £45 and takes 6h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Limerick to Downpatrick is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Limerick and Downpatrick?

No, there is no direct bus from Limerick to Downpatrick. However, there are services departing from Limerick Arthur's Quay and arriving at Church Street via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 and Adelaide St.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

How far is it from Limerick to Downpatrick?

The distance between Limerick and Downpatrick is 248 miles. The road distance is 190.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Limerick to Downpatrick without a car is to bus which takes 6h 18m and costs £29 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 6h 18m to get from Limerick to Downpatrick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Downpatrick bus from?

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

Train or bus from Limerick to Downpatrick?

The best way to get from Limerick to Downpatrick is to bus which takes 6h 18m and costs £29 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £29 - £45 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Limerick to Downpatrick bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Limerick to Downpatrick?

Yes, the driving distance between Limerick to Downpatrick is 190 miles. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Limerick to Downpatrick.

Where can I stay near Downpatrick?

There are 337+ hotels available in Downpatrick.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Limerick to Downpatrick by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
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 705x
6h 18m
£30–41
Train
1. Take the train from Limerick to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain Dublin Connolly - Belfast Great Central
6h 27m
£30–44
Drive 189.2 mi
1. Drive from Limerick to Downpatrickcar 189.2 mi
4h 8m
£46–66
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 Dublin Connolly - Belfast Great Central
7h 2m
£31–46
Bus via Newry
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Bachelors Walkbus 300
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Newry Bus Stationbus X1
3. Take the bus from Newry Bus Station to Downpatrick Bus Stationbus 240
7h 39m

Limerick to Downpatrick by bus and foot

77Weekly Services

6h 18mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Limerick to Downpatrick.

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Distance: 246.7 mi
Duration: 6h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Church Street via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2, Europa Bus Centre, and Adelaide St. in around 6h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Limerick to Church Street via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, Dublin Connolly, Belfast Great Central, and Grand Central Station Stand 21 in around 6h 27m.

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