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

The cheapest way to get from Limerick to Kinsale is to bus and line 226 bus which costs €18 - €26 and takes 2h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Limerick to Kinsale is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Limerick and Kinsale?

No, there is no direct bus from Limerick to Kinsale. However, there are services departing from Henry Street and arriving at Kinsale via Cork Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Limerick to Kinsale?

The distance between Limerick and Kinsale is 129 km. The road distance is 123.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Limerick to Kinsale without a car is to bus and line 226 bus which takes 2h 58m and costs €18 - €26.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Limerick to Kinsale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Kinsale bus from?

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

Where does the Limerick to Kinsale bus arrive?

Limerick to Kinsale bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Cork Andersn's Quay station.

Can I drive from Limerick to Kinsale?

Yes, the driving distance between Limerick to Kinsale is 124 km. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Limerick to Kinsale.

Where can I stay near Kinsale?

There are 317+ hotels available in Kinsale.

Limerick to Kinsale - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 226 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Limerick to Kinsale 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, line 226 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Henry Street to Cork Andersn's Quaybus 251
2. Take the bus from Cork Bus Stn to Kinsalebus 226
2h 58m
€18–26
Train, line 226 bus
1. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Corktrain 208 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cork Kent Stn to Kinsalebus 226
3h 54m
€18–27
Drive 123.6 km
1. Drive from Limerick to Kinsalecar 123.6 km
1h 39m
€22–31
Bus, line 228 bus
1. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Cork Bus Stnbus 51
2. Take the bus from Cork Patrick's Quay to Kinsalebus 228
3h 15m
€23–33
Bus, line 226 bus via Limerick Colbert
1. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Cork Bus Stnbus 51
2. Take the bus from Cork Bus Stn to Kinsalebus 226
3h 18m
€22–31

Limerick to Kinsale by bus

56Weekly Buses

2h 58mAverage Duration

€18Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Limerick to Kinsale.

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Distance: 128.6 km
Duration: 2h 58m

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

You can take a bus from Henry Street to Kinsale via Cork Andersn's Quay and Cork Bus Stn in around 2h 58m.

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