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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Limerick is to car ferry and train which costs €70 - €240 and takes 10h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Limerick is to car ferry and drive which takes 6h 40m and costs €90 - €270.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Limerick?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Limerick. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal and arriving at Limerick Arthur's Quay via Cairnryan Stena Terminal, Grand Central Bus Stand 11 and Dublin Airport Zone 10. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 15m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Limerick?

The distance between Stranraer and Limerick is 495 km.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Limerick without a car is to ferry and train which takes 9h 31m and costs €90 - €350.

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

It takes approximately 9h 31m to get from Stranraer to Limerick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Limerick bus from?

Stranraer to Limerick bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Cairnryan Stena Terminal station.

Where does the Stranraer to Limerick bus arrive?

Stranraer to Limerick bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast, Europa Buscentre station.

Where can I stay near Limerick?

There are 137+ hotels available in Limerick.

Stranraer to Limerick - 5 ways to travel via train, ferry, and bus and ferry

There are 5 ways to get from Stranraer to Limerick by ferry, train, busferry, bus, car ferry, 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.

Ferry, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Cairnryan to Larne
2. Take the train from Larne Harbour to Belfast Great Central0
3. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
4. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to LimerickIc
9h 31m
€92–347
Car ferry, train
cheapest
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
3. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to LimerickIc
10h 47m
€75–237
Bus and ferry, bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the busferry from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentre923
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 to Dublin Airport T2X1 / ...
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 10 to Limerick Arthur's Quay712
10h 15m
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast
2. Drive from Belfast to Limerick
6h 40m
€92–268
Bus and ferry, bus
1. Take the busferry from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentre923
2. Take the bus from Glengall Street to Burgh Quay785
3. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Limerick Arthur's Quay300
10h 31m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Stranraer to Limerick.

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Distance: 495.2 km
Duration: 9h 31m

What companies run services between Stranraer, Scotland and Limerick, Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Stranraer to Limerick. However, you can take the taxi to Cairnryan, take the ferry to Larne, walk to Larne Harbour, take the train to Belfast Great Central, take the train to Dublin Connolly, then take the train to Limerick. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Limerick Arthur's Quay via Stena Terminal, Cairnryan Stena Terminal, Belfast, Europa Buscentre, Grand Central Bus Stand 11, Dublin Airport T2, and Dublin Airport Zone 10 in around 10h 15m.

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