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Live departures
Belfast to Limerick bus times
The table below shows live departures for Belfast to Limerick coaches for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at 01:08
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 01:55 Belfast | 4h35 | 06:30 Limerick | 1 change | |
| 02:55 Belfast | 5h35 | 08:30 Limerick | 1 change | |
| 05:25 Belfast | 5h05 | 10:30 Limerick | 1 change | |
| 06:25 Belfast | 5h35 | 12:00 Limerick | 3 changes | |
| 06:25 Belfast | 5h35 | 12:00 Limerick | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Belfast to Limerick
United Kingdom
Ireland
Buses from Belfast to Limerick run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £30 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:55, the last at 21:25. The fastest coach covers the 277 km distance in 4h 35m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 277 km |
Average bus duration 4h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 4h 35m |
First bus 01:55 |
Last bus 21:25 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: Irish Citylink, Dublin Express from Belfast to LimerickYou can travel by bus between Belfast to Limerick with Irish Citylink, Dublin Express for as low as £30. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Irish Citylink
About
Irish Citylink is an Irish bus company, a subsidiary of the Singaporean company ComfortDelGro, that has been providing intercity coach travel in Ireland since 2003. They offer high-frequency express services connecting major cities, towns, and airports across Ireland, including Dublin, Galway, Limerick, Cork, and Ennis. Their fleet of modern coaches is equipped with amenities such as air conditioning, reclining seats, free Wi-Fi, and onboard toilets. Popular routes include Dublin to Galway, Galway to Dublin, and Dublin to Cork. As of May 2025, Irish Citylink operates on nine routes, including non-stop express services between Galway and Dublin City and Dublin Airport.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
Each passenger is permitted to carry one 20kg suitcase, one 10kg suitcase, and one small soft bag suitable for onboard storage.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage may be accepted if space permits, with a surcharge of €5.00 per extra item.
Cancellation Policy
Refund requests may only be made by writing to the Customer Service Team, and Citylink will only consider refunding a ticket if the cancellation is due to the company being at fault, such as a late departure.
Refund
Citylink will only consider refunding a ticket if the reason for the cancellation is in some way caused by the company being at fault, for example a late departure of a vehicle.
Unaccompagned minor
For safety reasons, children under 14 years of age will not be carried unaccompanied on any of their Express services under any circumstances.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Free water bottles are available onboard.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Irish Citylink has several wheelchair-accessible coaches on the Galway to Dublin route, but it is recommended to reach out ahead of time to ensure necessary accommodations.
Bikes
Irish Citylink will carry bicycles for €5 per bicycle, as long as there is enough room in the undercarriage.
Pets
One guide dog is permitted onboard per passenger.
Entertaiment on board
Dublin Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 35m
Cheapest Price
£30
Dublin Express frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Belfast to Limerick coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Belfast to Limerick by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Limerick, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Belfast to Limerick can start from as little as £34 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Belfast to Limerick is £35; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Belfast to Limerick is 4 h 35 min to travel the 172 mile long route, with around there are 12 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Belfast to Limerick leaves at 01: 55. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Belfast to Limerick leaves at 21: 25.
There are 12 coaches a day from Belfast to Limerick which require at least one change with Irish Citylink or Dublin Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the best Belfast to Limerick coach to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Irish Citylink or Dublin Express. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services from Belfast to Limerick to compare what amenities they may offer.
A trip to Limerick from Belfast is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 35 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
Yes, you can take a coach from Belfast to Limerick.
No, the coach from Belfast to Limerick has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Belfast to Limerick.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Belfast to Limerick.
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Belfast to Limerick.
No, luggage for the coach from Belfast to Limerick needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Belfast to Limerick.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Belfast to Limerick.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Belfast to Limerick.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Belfast to Limerick.
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