The average train between Limerick and Belfast Central Station takes 5h 31m and the fastest train takes 5h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Limerick to Belfast Central Station. 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 3 times a day between Limerick and Belfast Central Station. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Limerick is at 8:55 AM which arrives into Belfast Central Station at 2:13 PM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 5h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



5h 48m • 3 changes


5h 33m • 3 changes


5h 28m • 3 changes


5h 18m • 3 changes


5h 48m • 3 changes


5h 33m • 3 changes


5h 28m • 3 changes


5h 18m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Limerick to Belfast Central Station? 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 Limerick to Belfast Central Station. However, there are services departing from Limerick station and arriving at Belfast Central Station station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.
Limerick to Belfast Central Station train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Limerick station.
Limerick to Belfast Central Station train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.
The distance between Limerick and Belfast Central Station is 279.1 km. The road distance is 392 km.
You can take a train from Limerick to Belfast Lanyon Place via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, Dublin Connolly, and Belfast Grand Central in around 5h 18m.