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 drive which takes 2h 5m and costs €30 - €50.

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 hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Limerick and Dublin City?

No, there is no direct train from Limerick to Dublin City. However, there are services departing from Limerick and arriving at Dublin Heuston via Limerick Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Limerick to Dublin City?

The distance between Limerick and Dublin City is 197 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 bus which takes 2h 45m and costs €15 - €26.

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

The bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Bachelors Walk takes 2h 45m including transfers and departs hourly.

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 bus which takes 2h 45m and costs €15 - €26. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €19 - €28 and takes 2h 51m.

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 Limerick Junction 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 1217+ hotels available in Dublin City.

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There are 5 ways to get from Limerick to Dublin City by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Bachelors Walkbus 300
2h 45m
€15–26
Train
1. Take the train from Limerick to Limerick Junctiontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
2h 51m
€19–28
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
€40–99
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 bus

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Distance: 197.1 km
Duration: 2h 45m

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

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. Alternatively, you can take a train from Limerick to Dublin Heuston via Limerick Junction in around 2h 51m.

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