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 16m 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 Arthur's Quay and arriving at Stapleton Place via Dublin Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

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 47m.

How far is it from Limerick to Dundalk?

The distance between Limerick and Dundalk is 296 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 47m and costs €30 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m 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 Arthur's Quay 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 47m and costs €30 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Limerick to Dundalk bus arrive?

Limerick to Dundalk bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Dublin 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 16m to drive from Limerick to Dundalk.

Where can I stay near Dundalk?

There are 241+ 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 HeustonIc
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to DundalkIc / ...
3h 47m
€31–45
Bus via Dublin
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Bachelors Walk300
2. Take the bus from Cumberland Street North to Marshes Shopping Centre900 / ...
4h 41m
€26–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Dublin Airport Zone 10712
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Stapleton Place100X
4h 15m
€31–48
Drive 233.8 km
1. Drive from Limerick to Dundalk233.8 km
3h 16m
€39–57
Bus to Kerry Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Kerry Airport
2. Fly from Kerry Airport (KIR) to Dublin Airport (DUB)KIR - DUB
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Stapleton Place
5h 15m
€54–123
Train via Tipperary
1. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Dublin HeustonIc / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to DundalkIc / ...
4h 24m
€32–48
Fly from Shannon Airport, bus
1. Fly from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Dublin Airport (DUB)SNN - DUB
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Stapleton Place
7h 2m
€86–209

Limerick to Dundalk by train and tram

30Weekly Services

3h 47mAverage 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 47m

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 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Stapleton Place via Dublin Airport Zone 10 and Dublin Airport Zone 13 in around 4h 15m.

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