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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Limerick to Dublin City is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs €18 - €25.

Is there a direct bus between Limerick and Dublin City?

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

Is there a direct train between Limerick and Dublin City?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Limerick and arriving at Dublin Heuston. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Limerick to Dublin City?

The distance between Limerick and Dublin City is 207 km. The road distance is 195.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Limerick to Dublin City without a car is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs €18 - €25.

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

The train from Limerick to Dublin Heuston takes 2h 3m including transfers and departs every four hours.

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

Limerick to Dublin City bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Limerick Arthurs Qy station.

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

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

Train or bus from Limerick to Dublin City?

The best way to get from Limerick to Dublin City is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs €18 - €25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 - €26 and takes 2h 45m.

Where does the Limerick to Dublin City bus arrive?

Limerick to Dublin City bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Bachelors Walk station.

Where does the Limerick to Dublin City train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Limerick to Dublin City?

Yes, the driving distance between Limerick to Dublin City is 196 km. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Limerick to Dublin City.

Where can I stay near Dublin City?

There are 1241+ hotels available in Dublin City.

Limerick to Dublin City - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Limerick to Dublin City by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Limerick to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2h 3m
€18–25
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Bachelors Walkbus 300
2h 45m
€15–26
Drive 195.8 km
1. Drive from Limerick to Dublin Citycar 195.8 km
2h 5m
€34–48
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Kerry Airportbus
2. Fly from Kerry Airport (KIR) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane KIR - DUB
4h
€40–98
Train via Tipperary
1. Take the train from Limerick to Limerick Junctiontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
2h 28m
€19–28
Bus via Terminal 1 Zone 2
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Terminal 1 Zone 2bus 712
3h 11m
€27–38

Limerick to Dublin City by train

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Distance: 206.9 km
Duration: 2h 3m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Limerick to Dublin Heuston every 4 hours. Tickets cost €18–25 and the journey takes 2h 3m. Alternatively, Dublin Coach operates a bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Bachelors Walk 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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