The average train between Balbriggan and Limerick takes 4h 29m and the fastest train takes 3h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Balbriggan 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 3 hours between Balbriggan and Limerick. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Balbriggan is at 8:04 PM which arrives into Limerick at 7:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Tara Street and take an average of 4h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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3h 45m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Balbriggan 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 Balbriggan to Limerick. However, there are services departing from Balbriggan station and arriving at Limerick station via Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.
Balbriggan to Limerick train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Balbriggan station.
Balbriggan to Limerick train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Limerick Junction station.
The distance between Balbriggan and Limerick is 193.6 km. The road distance is 245 km.
You can take a train from Balbriggan to Limerick via Tara Street, Abbey St., Heuston, Dublin Heuston, and Limerick Junction in around 4h 37m.