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 41m.

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 £55 - £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 8h 14m 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 917+ hotels available in Holyhead.

Limerick to Holyhead - 4 ways to travel via train, car, car ferry, and ferry

There are 4 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
£58–83
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 41m
£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
8h 14m
£74–105
Bus, car ferry
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Dublin Airport Zone 10712
2. Take the car ferry from Dublin Terminal 1 to Holyhead
9h 23m
£61–122

Limerick to Holyhead by bus and car ferry

28Weekly Services

9h 23mAverage Duration

£61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 189.8 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 Station, Sean Moore Road, and Dublin Ferryport B+I in around 8h 14m.

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