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

The cheapest way to get from Limerick to Galway is to train which costs €11 - €16 and takes 1h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Limerick to Galway is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs €16 - €24.

Is there a direct bus between Limerick and Galway?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Henry Street and arriving at Galway Ceannt Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Limerick and Galway?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Limerick and arriving at Galway. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Limerick to Galway?

The distance between Limerick and Galway is 97 km. The road distance is 98.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Limerick to Galway without a car is to bus which takes 1h 20m and costs €12 - €23.

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

The bus from Henry Street to Galway Ceannt Station takes 1h 20m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Galway bus from?

Limerick to Galway bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Henry Street station.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Galway train from?

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

Train or bus from Limerick to Galway?

The best way to get from Limerick to Galway is to bus which takes 1h 20m and costs €12 - €23. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €11 - €16 and takes 1h 52m.

Where does the Limerick to Galway bus arrive?

Limerick to Galway bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Galway Ceannt Station.

Where does the Limerick to Galway train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Limerick to Galway?

Yes, the driving distance between Limerick to Galway is 98 km. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Limerick to Galway.

Where can I stay near Galway?

There are 566+ hotels available in Galway.

Limerick to Galway - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Limerick to Galway by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Henry Street to Galway Ceannt Stationbus 251
1h 20m
€12–23
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Limerick to Galwaytrain Ic / ...
1h 52m
€11–16
Drive 98.4 km
1. Drive from Limerick to Galwaycar 98.4 km
1h 10m
€17–24

Limerick to Galway by bus

154Weekly Buses

1h 20mAverage Duration

€12Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Limerick to Galway.

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Distance: 97.1 km
Duration: 1h 20m

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

Citylink operates a bus from Henry Street to Galway Ceannt Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €12–18 and the journey takes 1h 20m. Expressway (Bus Éireann) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Limerick to Galway 5 times a day. Tickets cost €11–16 and the journey takes 1h 52m.

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