- Must visit
King John's Castle Visitor Centre
Interactive museum inside a medieval castle covering sieges, archaeology, and city history, with strong displays for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price on 07 Sept
£5
Average ticket price on 07 Sept
£7
Fastest journey on 07 Sept
10 m
Average journey duration on 07 Sept
13 m
Buses on 07 Sept
17
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bunratty to Limerick is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bunratty to Limerick will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
On Mon 07 Sept, we found 17 buses from Bunratty to Limerick, including 17 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 13 km distance in an average of 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 23 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.





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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bunratty to Limerick among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a coach costs an average of £7.
Distance: 13 km
Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest | £2 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
40m Average total duration Fastest 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (10m by bus vs 20m by car). Tickets start at around £7 compared to roughly £2 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you're getting time back, skipping traffic and parking, and you can work or rest on board.
Direct coaches are operated by Dublin Coach, Expressway (Bus Éireann), Bus Éireann.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel splits across several people), want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
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Buses from Bunratty to Limerick run on average 14 times per day, taking around 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 14 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 09:10, the last at 22:15. The fastest coach covers the 13 km distance in 10m.
Distance 13 km |
Average bus duration 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 10m |
First bus 9:10 |
Last bus 22:15 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 2 days |
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Interactive museum inside a medieval castle covering sieges, archaeology, and city history, with strong displays for first-time visitors.
Compact city museum presenting local archaeology, civic history, and changing exhibitions in the heart of Georgian Limerick.
Contemporary art gallery with Irish and international exhibitions, artist-led projects, and a strong focus on current visual culture.
Historic island district where medieval Limerick developed, home to lanes, cathedral precincts, and major heritage sites.
Regenerated riverside quarter with modern architecture, pedestrian routes, public art, and good views across the Shannon.
Landscaped city-centre park with memorials, mature trees, and open lawns, useful for a pause between nearby cultural sights.
Thick potato mash with butter and spring onions. A classic Irish comfort dish, widely eaten in the Shannon region and common with meat or bacon.
Creamy mashed potatoes blended with kale or cabbage and butter. A traditional Irish staple, especially popular in colder months and with roast meats.
Cubes of lamb or mutton slowly cooked with potatoes, onions and herbs. It is one of Ireland’s best-known traditional dishes and a hearty pub favourite.
Refined restaurant in Adare Manor serving modern Irish cooking in elegant surroundings, suited to a special meal near Limerick.
Well-regarded contemporary Irish restaurant known for seasonal local produce, polished cooking and a smart but relaxed city-centre setting.
Stylish steak and seafood restaurant by the river, popular for Irish beef, cocktails and an upbeat atmosphere near the city centre.
Moderate for Ireland. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Dublin, but tourist stays still add up. Buses are affordable, while central accommodation costs more in peak periods.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 10% for good service if not already added. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Café tipping is not expected.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bunratty 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.

Most Bunratty to Limerick buses use the Bunratty, Old Bunratty Rd to Limerick, Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Bunratty and Limerick bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Bunratty, Old Bunratty Rd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Bunratty, Old Bunratty Rd. ATMs are available at Bunratty, Old Bunratty Rd.
Ticket office support is available at Bunratty, Old Bunratty Rd.
Available at Bunratty, Old Bunratty Rd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bunratty, Old Bunratty Rd: Basic accessibility features available.
Limerick, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi available at the station. ATMs are available at Limerick, Bus Station.
Ticket office support is available at Limerick, Bus Station.
Available at Limerick, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Limerick, Bus Station: Station is wheelchair accessible.