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

The cheapest way to get from Limerick to Rathcoole is to bus and line 69 bus which costs €18 - €24 and takes 5h.

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

The fastest way to get from Limerick to Rathcoole is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Limerick and Rathcoole?

No, there is no direct bus from Limerick to Rathcoole. However, there are services departing from Limerick Arthur's Quay and arriving at Rathcoole via Red Cow Luas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Limerick to Rathcoole?

The distance between Limerick and Rathcoole is 225 km. The road distance is 178.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Limerick to Rathcoole without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs €22 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Limerick to Rathcoole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Rathcoole bus from?

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

Train or bus from Limerick to Rathcoole?

The best way to get from Limerick to Rathcoole is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs €22 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €18 - €26 and takes 3h 32m.

Where does the Limerick to Rathcoole bus arrive?

Limerick to Rathcoole bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Red Cow Luas station.

Can I drive from Limerick to Rathcoole?

Yes, the driving distance between Limerick to Rathcoole is 179 km. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Limerick to Rathcoole.

Where can I stay near Rathcoole?

There are 1025+ hotels available in Rathcoole.

Limerick to Rathcoole - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 69 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Limerick to Rathcoole by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Limerick to Limerick Junctiontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Dublin Heustontrain 205 / ...
3h 23m
€22–31
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Red Cow Luasbus 300
3h 32m
€18–25
Drive 178.9 km
1. Drive from Limerick to Rathcoolecar 178.9 km
1h 47m
€30–44
Bus, line 69 bus
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Parkgate Streetbus 735
2. Take the bus from Parkgate Street to Rathcoolebus 69
5h
€19–24

Limerick to Rathcoole by train and bus

111Weekly Services

3h 23mAverage Duration

€22Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Limerick to Rathcoole.

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Distance: 224.9 km
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Limerick, Ireland and Rathcoole, IE-D, Ireland?

You can take a train from Limerick to Holy Family NS via Limerick Junction, Dublin Heuston, and Heuston Station in around 3h 23m. Alternatively, Dublin Coach operates a bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Red Cow Luas hourly. Tickets cost €16–23 and the journey takes 2h 25m. J.J.Kavanagh & Sons also services this route 3 times a day.

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