Limerick to Belfast bus with Irish Citylink

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Limerick to Belfast

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Buses from Limerick to Belfast run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 01:45, the last at 20:45. The fastest coach covers the 277 km distance in 4h 50m.

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 20m
Cheapest ticket price
£28
Buses per day
16
Fastest bus
4h 50m
First bus
01:45
Last bus
20:45
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 Coach, Citylink from Limerick to BelfastYou can travel by bus between Limerick to Belfast with Irish Citylink, Dublin Coach, Citylink for as low as £28. 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 Coach

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 20m
Cheapest Price
£28
Dublin Coach frequency
14 a day

Citylink

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 50m
Cheapest Price
£35
Citylink frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Limerick to Belfast coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Limerick to Belfast 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 Belfast, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Limerick to Belfast can start from as little as £1 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Limerick to Belfast is £39; 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 Limerick to Belfast is 4 h 50 min   to travel the 172 mile long route, with around there are 16 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Limerick to Belfast leaves at 01: 45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Limerick to Belfast leaves at 20: 45.
There are 16 coaches a day from Limerick to Belfast which require at least one change with Irish Citylink, Dublin Coach or Citylink. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the best Limerick to Belfast coach to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with Irish Citylink, Dublin Coach or Citylink. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services between Limerick and Belfast to compare what amenities they may offer.
A trip to Belfast from Limerick is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 50 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
Yes, you can take a coach from Limerick to Belfast.
No, the coach from Limerick to Belfast has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Limerick to Belfast.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Limerick to Belfast.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Limerick to Belfast.
    No, luggage for the coach from Limerick to Belfast needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Limerick to Belfast.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Limerick to Belfast.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Limerick to Belfast.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Limerick to Belfast.

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