What is the cheapest way to get from Dublin City to Limerick?

The cheapest way to get from Dublin City to Limerick is to bus which costs €15 - €26 and takes 2h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dublin City to Limerick?

The fastest way to get from Dublin City to Limerick is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Dublin City and Limerick?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Burgh Quay and arriving at Limerick Arthurs Qy. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Dublin City and Limerick?

No, there is no direct train from Dublin City to Limerick. However, there are services departing from Dublin Heuston and arriving at Limerick via Limerick Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Dublin City to Limerick?

The distance between Dublin City and Limerick is 207 km. The road distance is 196.1 km.

How do I travel from Dublin City to Limerick without a car?

The best way to get from Dublin City to Limerick without a car is to train via Tipperary which takes 2h 21m and costs €19 - €28.

How long does it take to get from Dublin City to Limerick?

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Dublin City to Limerick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dublin City to Limerick bus from?

Dublin City to Limerick bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Burgh Quay station.

Where do I catch the Dublin City to Limerick train from?

Dublin City to Limerick train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Dublin Heuston station.

Train or bus from Dublin City to Limerick?

The best way to get from Dublin City to Limerick is to train via Tipperary which takes 2h 21m and costs €19 - €28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 - €26 and takes 2h 45m.

Where does the Dublin City to Limerick bus arrive?

Dublin City to Limerick bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Limerick Arthurs Qy station.

Where does the Dublin City to Limerick train arrive?

Dublin City to Limerick train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Limerick Junction station.

Can I drive from Dublin City to Limerick?

Yes, the driving distance between Dublin City to Limerick is 196 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Dublin City to Limerick.

Where can I stay near Limerick?

There are 164+ hotels available in Limerick.

Dublin City to Limerick - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dublin City to Limerick by train, bus, or car

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Train via Tipperary
best
1. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Limerick Junctiontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Limericktrain Ic / ...
2h 21m
€19–27
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Limerick Arthurs Qybus 300
2h 45m
€15–26
Drive 196.1 km
1. Drive from Dublin City to Limerickcar 196.1 km
2h 4m
€34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Limericktrain Re
3h 26m
€20–27

Dublin City to Limerick by train

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Distance: 206.9 km
Duration: 2h 21m

What companies run services between Dublin City, Ireland and Limerick, Ireland?

You can take a train from Dublin Heuston to Limerick via Limerick Junction in around 2h 21m. Alternatively, Dublin Coach operates a bus from Burgh Quay to Limerick Arthurs Qy hourly. Tickets cost €18–26 and the journey takes 2h 45m. J.J.Kavanagh & Sons also services this route 4 times a day.

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