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

The cheapest way to get from Limerick to Holyhead is to bus and ferry which costs £50 - £70 and takes 7h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Limerick to Holyhead is to drive and car ferry which takes 5h 38m and costs £65 - £85.

How far is it from Limerick to Holyhead?

The distance between Limerick and Holyhead is 191 miles.

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

The best way to get from Limerick to Holyhead without a car is to train and ferry which takes 7h 11m and costs £70 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Limerick to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 905+ hotels available in Holyhead.

Limerick to Holyhead - 5 ways to travel via train, car, car ferry, and ferry

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Drive, car ferry
best
1. Drive from Limerick to Dublin Terminal 1
2. Take the car ferry from Dublin Terminal 1 to Holyhead
5h 38m
£67–81
Bus, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Bachelors Walk300
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to HolyheadDublin Ferryport B+I-Holyhead
7h 39m
£52–69
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from Limerick to Dublin HeustonIc
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferry0
7h 11m
£72–104
Bus, ferry via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Dublin Airport Zone 10712
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferry0
7h 47m
£78–114
Train, car ferry
1. Take the train from Limerick to HazelhatchIc
2. Take the car ferry from Dublin Terminal 1 to Holyhead
7h 56m
£66–77

Limerick to Holyhead by train, tram, foot, and ferry

26Weekly Services

7h 11mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Limerick to Holyhead.

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Distance: 189.7 mi
Duration: 5h 38m

What companies run services between Limerick, Ireland and Holyhead, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Limerick to Holyhead. However, you can drive to Dublin Terminal 1 then take the car ferry to Holyhead. Alternatively, you can take a train from Limerick to Holyhead Ferry via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, The Point, and Dublin Ferryport B+I in around 7h 11m.

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