What is the cheapest way to get from Limerick to Ballyliffin?

The cheapest way to get from Limerick to Ballyliffin is to train and bus via Galway which costs €40 - €55 and takes 9h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Limerick to Ballyliffin?

The fastest way to get from Limerick to Ballyliffin is to drive which takes 4h 48m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Limerick and Ballyliffin?

No, there is no direct bus from Limerick to Ballyliffin. However, there are services departing from Limerick Arthurs Qy and arriving at Ballyliffin via Airport Zone 16 and Carndonagh. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 18m.

How far is it from Limerick to Ballyliffin?

The distance between Limerick and Ballyliffin is 580 km. The road distance is 360.8 km.

How do I travel from Limerick to Ballyliffin without a car?

The best way to get from Limerick to Ballyliffin without a car is to train and bus via Galway which takes 9h 13m and costs €40 - €55.

How long does it take to get from Limerick to Ballyliffin?

It takes approximately 8h 47m to get from Limerick to Ballyliffin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Ballyliffin bus from?

Limerick to Ballyliffin bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Limerick Arthurs Qy station.

Where does the Limerick to Ballyliffin bus arrive?

Limerick to Ballyliffin bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Terminal 1 Zone 2 station.

Can I drive from Limerick to Ballyliffin?

Yes, the driving distance between Limerick to Ballyliffin is 361 km. It takes approximately 4h 48m to drive from Limerick to Ballyliffin.

Where can I stay near Ballyliffin?

There are 399+ hotels available in Ballyliffin.

Limerick to Ballyliffin - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Limerick to Ballyliffin by train, car, or bus

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Train, drive
best
1. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic
3. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Castlerocktrain Re
4. Drive from Castlerock to Ballyliffincar
8h 47m
€68–101
Train, bus via Galway
cheapest
1. Take the train from Limerick to Galwaytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Galway Cathdrl to Letterkenny Busbus 964
3. Take the bus from Letterkenny Bus to Ballyliffinbus 951
9h 13m
€41–54
Drive 360.8 km
1. Drive from Limerick to Ballyliffincar 360.8 km
4h 48m
€62–90
Bus
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Terminal 1 Zone 2bus 712
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 16 to Carndonaghbus 933 / ...
9h 18m
€45–65
Bus via Letterkenny
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Airport Zone 10bus 712
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 12 to Letterkenny Busbus 32
3. Take the bus from Letterkenny Bus to Ballyliffinbus 951
9h 19m
€44–75
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Limerick to Galwaytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt to Letterkenny Busbus 64
3. Take the bus from Letterkenny Bus to Ballyliffinbus 951
10h 6m
€43–63

Limerick to Ballyliffin by train, foot, and bus

18Weekly Services

9h 13mAverage Duration

€41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 579.9 km
Duration: 8h 47m

What companies run services between Limerick, Ireland and Ballyliffin, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Ballyliffin via Terminal 1 Zone 2, Airport Zone 16, and Carndonagh in around 9h 18m.

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