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

The cheapest way to get from Limerick to Dundalk is to bus via Dublin which costs €25 - €35 and takes 4h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Limerick to Dundalk is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Limerick and Dundalk?

No, there is no direct bus from Limerick to Dundalk. However, there are services departing from Limerick Arthurs Qy and arriving at Stapleton Place via Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Limerick and Dundalk?

No, there is no direct train from Limerick to Dundalk. However, there are services departing from Limerick and arriving at Dundalk via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Limerick to Dundalk?

The distance between Limerick and Dundalk is 297 km. The road distance is 233.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Limerick to Dundalk without a car is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs €30 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Limerick to Dundalk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Dundalk bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Limerick to Dundalk train from?

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

Train or bus from Limerick to Dundalk?

The best way to get from Limerick to Dundalk is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs €30 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 4h 16m.

Where does the Limerick to Dundalk bus arrive?

Limerick to Dundalk bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Airport Zone 10 station.

Where does the Limerick to Dundalk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Limerick to Dundalk?

Yes, the driving distance between Limerick to Dundalk is 234 km. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Limerick to Dundalk.

Where can I stay near Dundalk?

There are 176+ hotels available in Dundalk.

Limerick to Dundalk - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Limerick to Dundalk by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Dundalktrain Ic / ...
3h 54m
€31–45
Bus via Dublin
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Bachelors Walkbus 300
2. Take the bus from Cumberland Street N to Marshes Shop Cntrbus 900 / ...
4h 41m
€26–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Airport Zone 10bus 712
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 13 to Stapleton Placebus 100X
4h 16m
€31–48
Drive 233.8 km
1. Drive from Limerick to Dundalkcar 233.8 km
3h 18m
€40–58
Bus to Kerry Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Kerry Airportbus
2. Fly from Kerry Airport (KIR) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane KIR - DUB
3. Take the bus from Airport Zone 13 to Stapleton Placebus
5h 16m
€54–103
Train via Tipperary
1. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Dublin Heustontrain 205 / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Dundalktrain Ic / ...
4h 29m
€32–48
Fly from Shannon Airport, bus
1. Fly from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane SNN - DUB
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 13 to Stapleton Placebus
6h 28m
€71–239

Limerick to Dundalk by train and tram

30Weekly Services

3h 54mAverage Duration

€31Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Limerick to Dundalk.

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Distance: 296.5 km
Duration: 3h 54m

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

You can take a train from Limerick to Dundalk via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, and Dublin Connolly in around 3h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Stapleton Place via Airport Zone 10 and Airport Zone 13 in around 4h 16m.

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