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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Limerick to Dundalk

Cheapest
2 h 45 min
Car
279 km.
from $15
Other
3 h 54 min
208 km.
from $49
4 h 35 min
208 km.
from $29.07
4 h 19 min
208 km.
from $59.46
4 h 56 min
Bus, Plane
207 km.
from $53.23
4 h 50 min
208 km.
from $46.83
6 h 51 min
Plane, Bus
208 km.
from $122.17

Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Kerry Airport to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$22.93–$95.53
Plane from Shannon Airport to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$24.20–$165.59

Aer Lingus

Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from Shannon Airport to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.06–$305.71

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Limerick to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
2h 1m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.65–$31.84
Train from Limerick Junction to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$19.11–$28.02

Translink UK

Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Train from Dublin Connolly to Dundalk
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.56–$24.20

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.29–$22.93

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.74–$17.83
Bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Kerry
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.74–$19.11

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
2h 28m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$17.83–$29.30

Dublin Coach

Phone:
+353 (0)1 465 9972
Email:
Website:
dublincoach.ie/
Bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Bachelors
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$19.11–$26.75

Matthews Coach Hire

Phone:
+353 42 937 8188
Email:
Website:
matthews.ie/
Bus from Cumberland Street North to Marshes
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.20

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Limerick to Dundalk is to bus via Dublin which costs $26.09 - $32.61 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Limerick to Dundalk is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs $53.26 - $81.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Limerick and Dundalk?

No, there is no direct bus from Limerick to Dundalk. However, there are services departing from Limerick Arthur's Quay and arriving at Dublin Road via Dublin Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Limerick and Dundalk?

No, there is no direct train from Limerick to Dundalk. However, there are services departing from Limerick and arriving at Dundalk via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Limerick to Dundalk?

The distance between Limerick and Dundalk is 285 km. The road distance is 279.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Limerick to Dundalk without a car is to bus which takes 3h 54m and costs $26.09 - $44.57 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Limerick to Dundalk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Dundalk bus from?

Limerick to Dundalk bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Limerick Arthur's Quay station.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Dundalk train from?

Limerick to Dundalk train services, operated by Irish Rail, depart from Limerick station.

Train or bus from Limerick to Dundalk?

The best way to get from Limerick to Dundalk is to bus which takes 3h 54m and costs $26.09 - $44.57 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $34.78 - $50 and takes 4h 19m.

Where does the Limerick to Dundalk bus arrive?

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

Where does the Limerick to Dundalk train arrive?

Limerick to Dundalk train services, operated by Irish Rail, arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Limerick to Dundalk?

Yes, the driving distance between Limerick to Dundalk is 279 km. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Limerick to Dundalk.

Where can I stay near Dundalk?

There are 204+ hotels available in Dundalk. Prices start at $84.84 per night.
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