The average train between Dublin City and Limerick takes 2h 5m and the fastest train takes 1h 58m. There is a train service every few hours from Dublin City 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 hourly between Dublin City and Limerick. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dublin City is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Limerick at 11:07 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Dublin City 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 Dublin City to Limerick. However, there are services departing from Dublin City station and arriving at Limerick station via Limerick Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.
Dublin City to Limerick train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Dublin Heuston station.
Dublin City to Limerick train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Limerick station.
The distance between Dublin City and Limerick is 176.4 km. The road distance is 207 km.
You can take a train from Dublin Heuston to Limerick via Limerick Junction in around 2h 21m.