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

The cheapest way to get from Limerick to Maynooth is to bus which costs €18 - €24 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Limerick to Maynooth is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Limerick and Maynooth?

No, there is no direct bus from Limerick to Maynooth. However, there are services departing from Limerick Arthur's Quay and arriving at Maynooth University via Wellington Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Limerick and Maynooth?

No, there is no direct train from Limerick to Maynooth. However, there are services departing from Limerick and arriving at Maynooth via Limerick Junction, Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Limerick to Maynooth?

The distance between Limerick and Maynooth is 197 km. The road distance is 182.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Limerick to Maynooth without a car is to train and line 139 bus which takes 3h 6m and costs €22 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Limerick to Maynooth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Maynooth bus from?

Limerick to Maynooth bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Limerick Arthur's Quay station.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Maynooth train from?

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

Train or bus from Limerick to Maynooth?

The best way to get from Limerick to Maynooth is to bus and line 115 bus which takes 3h 50m and costs €21 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €23 - €35 and takes 4h 3m.

Where does the Limerick to Maynooth bus arrive?

Limerick to Maynooth bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Bachelors Walk station.

Where does the Limerick to Maynooth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Limerick to Maynooth?

Yes, the driving distance between Limerick to Maynooth is 183 km. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Limerick to Maynooth.

Where can I stay near Maynooth?

There are 923+ hotels available in Maynooth.

Limerick to Maynooth - 5 ways to travel via train, line 139 bus, and bus

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

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Train, line 139 bus
best
1. Take the train from Limerick to Sallinstrain Re
2. Take the bus from Sallins Station to Maynoothbus 139
3h 6m
€23–32
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Parkgate Streetbus 735
4h 35m
€19–24
Bus, line 115 bus
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Bachelors Walkbus 300
2. Take the bus from Wellington Quay to Maynooth Universitybus 115 / ...
3h 50m
€22–31
Drive 182.8 km
1. Drive from Limerick to Maynoothcar 182.8 km
1h 56m
€31–44
Train
1. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Dublin Heustontrain 205 / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Maynoothtrain Re / ...
4h 3m
€23–35

Limerick to Maynooth by train and bus

6Weekly Services

3h 6mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Limerick to Maynooth.

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Distance: 196.8 km
Duration: 3h 6m

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

You can take a bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Maynooth University via Bachelors Walk and Wellington Quay in around 3h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Limerick to Maynooth via Limerick Junction, Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Busáras, and Dublin Connolly in around 4h 3m.

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