The average train between Belfast and Limerick takes 5h 39m and the fastest train takes 4h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Belfast to Limerick. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Belfast and Limerick. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Belfast is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Limerick at 7:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Connolly and take an average of 5h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Belfast to Limerick? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Belfast to Limerick. However, there are services departing from Belfast station and arriving at Limerick station via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.
Belfast to Limerick train services, operated by Translink, depart from Belfast Great Central station.
Belfast to Limerick train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Limerick Junction station.
The distance between Belfast and Limerick is 278.9 km. The road distance is 389 km.
You can take a train from Belfast Great Central to Limerick via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, Dublin Heuston, and Limerick Junction in around 6h.