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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Dublin to Limerick
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Dublin to Limerick is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dublin to Limerick will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Of the 5 buses that leave Dublin for Limerick every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 175 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 45 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Dublin to Limerick
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Dublin to Limerick among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 175 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£19 Average Price Cheapest | £24 Average Price |
4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Dublin to Limerick bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dublin to Limerick coaches for today, Thursday 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 17:15 Dublin | 2h45 | 20:00 Limerick | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:45 Dublin | 2h45 | 20:30 Limerick | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:15 Dublin | 2h45 | 21:00 Limerick | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:45 Dublin | 2h45 | 21:30 Limerick | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:15 Dublin | 2h45 | 22:00 Limerick | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dublin to Limerick
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Buses from Dublin to Limerick run on average 30 times per day, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 06:00, the last at 18:00. The fastest coach covers the 175 km distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 175 km |
Average bus duration 3h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 30 |
Fastest bus 5h 35m |
First bus 06:00 |
Last bus 18:00 |
Bus providers: Irish Citylink, European Sleeper, Infobus, Dublin Coach, J.J.Kavanagh & Sons from Dublin to LimerickYou can travel by bus between Dublin to Limerick with Irish Citylink, European Sleeper, Infobus, Dublin Coach, J.J.Kavanagh & Sons for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Irish Citylink
Infobus
European Sleeper
Dublin Coach
J.J.Kavanagh & Sons
FAQs: Dublin to Limerick coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dublin 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2), which is located around 9.1 miles (14.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Limerick, Bus Station, located 0.6 miles (962 m) away from the city centre.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Dublin to Limerick, follow these tips:
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- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dublin and Limerick
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria (in the station)
- Fast-Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 11, 16, 41 Train: DART Tram: Luas Red
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area, Zone 20.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the arrivals area.
- Bus: 16, 41, 700
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