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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Limerick to Dublin
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€18
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 bus ticket from Limerick to Dublin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Limerick to Dublin will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Of the 5 buses that leave Limerick for Dublin on Fri, Dec 19, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 19 the 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 .
On Fri, Dec 19 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 bus for Limerick to Dublin
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Limerick to Dublin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €21.
Distance: 175 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€20 Average price Cheapest | €25 Average price |
4h 47m Average total duration 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Limerick to Dublin bus times
The table below shows live departures for Limerick to Dublin buses for today, Thursday, December 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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 | 5:30 PM Limerick | 3h25 | 8:55 PM Dublin | 1 transfer | |
| 5:45 PM Limerick | 2h45 | 8:30 PM Dublin | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:15 PM Limerick | 2h45 | 9:00 PM Dublin | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:45 PM Limerick | 2h45 | 9:30 PM Dublin | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:15 PM Limerick | 2h45 | 10:00 PM Dublin | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Limerick to Dublin
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Buses from Limerick to Dublin run on average 25 times per day, taking around 4h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 06:00, the last at 18:25. The fastest bus covers the 175 km distance in 5h 3m.
Distance 175 km |
Average bus duration 4h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Buses per day 25 |
Fastest bus 5h 3m |
First bus 06:00 |
Last bus 18:25 |
Bus providers: Irish Citylink, European Sleeper, Dublin Coach, Citylink, Bus Éireann from Limerick to DublinYou can travel by bus between Limerick to Dublin with Irish Citylink, European Sleeper, Dublin Coach, Citylink, Bus Éireann for as low as €20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Limerick to Dublin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Limerick to Dublin by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dublin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Limerick, Bus Station, which is located around 0.6 miles (962 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2), located 9.1 miles (14.7 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Limerick to Dublin
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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket 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
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