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

The cheapest way to get from South Dublin to Limerick is to bus which costs €14 - €25 and takes 2h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Dublin to Limerick is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between South Dublin and Limerick?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Red Cow Luas and arriving at Limerick Arthurs Qy. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 25m.

Is there a direct train between South Dublin and Limerick?

No, there is no direct train from South Dublin to Limerick. However, there are services departing from Kingswood and arriving at Limerick via Dublin Heuston and Limerick Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from South Dublin to Limerick?

The distance between South Dublin and Limerick is 188 km. The road distance is 188 km.

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

The best way to get from South Dublin to Limerick without a car is to bus which takes 2h 25m and costs €14 - €25.

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

The bus from Red Cow Luas to Limerick Arthurs Qy takes 2h 25m including transfers and departs hourly.

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

South Dublin to Limerick bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Red Cow Luas station.

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

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

Train or bus from South Dublin to Limerick?

The best way to get from South Dublin to Limerick is to bus which takes 2h 25m and costs €14 - €25. Alternatively, you can train via Tipperary, which costs €20 - €30 and takes 3h 8m.

Where does the South Dublin to Limerick bus arrive?

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

Where does the South Dublin to Limerick train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Dublin to Limerick?

Yes, the driving distance between South Dublin to Limerick is 188 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from South Dublin to Limerick.

Where can I stay near Limerick?

There are 149+ hotels available in Limerick.

South Dublin to Limerick - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Red Cow Luas to Limerick Arthurs Qybus 300
2h 25m
€14–25
Train via Tipperary
1. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Limerick Junctiontrain Ic / ...
3h 8m
€21–30
Drive 188 km
1. Drive from South Dublin to Limerickcar 188 km
1h 55m
€33–48
Train
1. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Limericktrain Re / ...
3h 36m
€20–27
Line 16 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Camden Street Lwr to Airport Zone 15bus 16
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 10 to Limerick Arthurs Qybus 712 / ...
4h 44m
€22–33

South Dublin to Limerick by bus

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Distance: 187.6 km
Duration: 2h 25m

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

Dublin Coach operates a bus from Red Cow Luas to Limerick Arthurs Qy hourly. Tickets cost €17–25 and the journey takes 2h 25m. J.J.Kavanagh & Sons also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Heuston to Limerick Junction hourly. Tickets cost €15–22 and the journey takes 1h 32m.

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