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

The cheapest way to get from Limerick to Newcastle is to bus via Dublin which costs £30 - £45 and takes 8h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Limerick to Newcastle is to drive which takes 3h 58m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Limerick and Newcastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Limerick to Newcastle station. However, there are services departing from Limerick Arthurs Qy and arriving at Newcastle Bus Station via Dublin Airport T1 and Grand Central Station Stand 21. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Limerick and Newcastle?

No, there is no direct train from Limerick to Newcastle. However, there are services departing from Limerick and arriving at Newry via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Limerick to Newcastle?

The distance between Limerick and Newcastle is 223 miles. The road distance is 181.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Limerick to Newcastle without a car is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs £120 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Limerick to Newcastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Newcastle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Limerick to Newcastle train from?

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

Train or bus from Limerick to Newcastle?

The best way to get from Limerick to Newcastle is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs £120 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £140 and takes 7h 4m.

Where does the Limerick to Newcastle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Limerick to Newcastle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Limerick to Newcastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Limerick to Newcastle is 181 miles. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Limerick to Newcastle.

Where can I stay near Newcastle?

There are 358+ hotels available in Newcastle.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Limerick to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Newrytrain Ic
4h 36m
£128–161
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Terminal 1 Zone 2bus 712 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Grand Central Station Stand 11bus X1 / ...
3. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 21 to Newcastle Bus Stationbus 520 / ...
7h 4m
£24–137
Drive 180.3 mi
1. Drive from Limerick to Newcastlecar 180.3 mi
3h 58m
£45–65
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Bachelors Walkbus 300
2. Take the bus from The Gresham Hotel to Belfast Glengallbus
3. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 21 to Newcastle Bus Stationbus 520 / ...
8h 9m
£33–44

Limerick to Newcastle by bus

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Distance: 221.5 mi
Duration: 4h 36m

What companies run services between Limerick, Ireland and Newcastle, Northern Ireland?

You can take a train from Limerick to Newcastle via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, Dublin Connolly, and Newry in around 4h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Newcastle Bus Station via Terminal 1 Zone 2, Dublin Airport T1, Grand Central Station Stand 11, and Grand Central Station Stand 21 in around 7h 4m.

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