- Must visit
King John's Castle Visitor Centre
Interactive museum inside the castle with recreated scenes and hands-on displays that bring medieval Limerick vividly to life.
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Bunratty to Limerick
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 02
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €6
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €9
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 10 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 13 m
- Buses on Nov 02
- 17
- Distance
- 13 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bunratty to Limerick is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bunratty to Limerick will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
Fast buses
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 17 buses from Bunratty to Limerick, including 17 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the 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 .
On Mon, Nov 02 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.
7:24 PM 0h28 Bunratty 7:52 PM Limerick €6 1 One-way 0 transfers7:43 PM 0h27 Bunratty 8:10 PM Limerick €6 1 One-way 0 transfers8:03 PM 0h27 Bunratty 8:30 PM Limerick €6 1 One-way 0 transfers8:23 PM 0h27 Bunratty 8:50 PM Limerick €6 1 One-way 0 transfers8:53 PM 0h27 Bunratty 9:20 PM Limerick €6 1 One-way 0 transfers
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7:10 PM 0h10 Bunratty 7:20 PM Limerick €14 1 One-way 0 transfers8:15 PM 0h10 Bunratty 8:25 PM Limerick €14 1 One-way 0 transfers9:15 PM 0h10 Bunratty 9:25 PM Limerick €14 1 One-way 0 transfers10:15 PM 0h10 Bunratty 10:25 PM Limerick €14 1 One-way 0 transfers9:22 PM 0h23 Bunratty 9:45 PM Limerick €6 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bunratty to Limerick
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Take a bus from Bunratty to Limerick and enjoy the approximately 8 miles (13 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 09:10, the last at 22:15.
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.
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Journey facts
- Distance8 miles (13 km)
- First bus9:10 AM
- Last bus10:15 PM
- High SeasonJan - Mar
- Low SeasonOct - Dec
- Best time to book2 days
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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.
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Frequently asked questions about your Bunratty to Limerick trip
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The earliest bus from Bunratty to Limerick leaves at 9:10 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Bunratty to Limerick leaves at 10:15 PM.
Bunratty to Limerick Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 12:21AM | Arrival Time 12:38AM | Duration 0h17 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 01:17AM | Arrival Time 01:34AM | Duration 0h17 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 02:17AM | Arrival Time 02:34AM | Duration 0h17 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 03:17AM | Arrival Time 03:34AM | Duration 0h17 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 04:17AM | Arrival Time 04:34AM | Duration 0h17 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 05:17AM | Arrival Time 05:34AM | Duration 0h17 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 05:47AM | Arrival Time 06:04AM | Duration 0h17 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 06:17AM | Arrival Time 06:34AM | Duration 0h17 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 06:48AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 0h27 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 07:06AM | Arrival Time 07:33AM | Duration 0h27 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 07:22AM | Arrival Time 07:42AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 07:39AM | Arrival Time 08:01AM | Duration 0h22 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 07:42AM | Arrival Time 08:02AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 08:02AM | Arrival Time 08:21AM | Duration 0h19 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 08:22AM | Arrival Time 08:42AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 08:43AM | Arrival Time 09:04AM | Duration 0h21 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 09:04AM | Arrival Time 09:27AM | Duration 0h23 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Expressway (Bus Éireann) | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 10:06AM | Arrival Time 10:39AM | Duration 0h33 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Expressway (Bus Éireann) | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 10:37AM | Arrival Time 11:07AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 11:07AM | Arrival Time 11:37AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Expressway (Bus Éireann) | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator Expressway (Bus Éireann) | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 07:24PM | Arrival Time 07:52PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 07:43PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 0h27 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 08:03PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 0h27 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Expressway (Bus Éireann) | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 08:23PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 0h27 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 08:53PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 0h27 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Expressway (Bus Éireann) | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 09:22PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 0h23 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 09:52PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 0h23 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Expressway (Bus Éireann) | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 10:22PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 0h23 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 10:52PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 0h23 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 11:22PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 0h23 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Bus Éireann | Departure Time 11:52PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 0h23 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €6 |
Bus companies
Bus companies from Bunratty to Limerick
Buses from Bunratty to Limerick with Dublin Coach, Expressway (Bus Éireann), and Bus Éireann. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
Dublin Coach
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Dublin Coach Duration
25m
Cheapest Dublin Coach Price
€10
Dublin Coach frequency
5 a day
Expressway (Bus Éireann)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Expressway (Bus Éireann) Duration
10m
Cheapest Expressway (Bus Éireann) Price
€14
Expressway (Bus Éireann) frequency
3 a day
Bus Éireann
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Bus Éireann Duration
17m
Cheapest Bus Éireann Price
€6
Bus Éireann frequency
16 a day
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Bunratty and Limerick
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
When taking a bus from Bunratty to Limerick, you can count on Dublin Coach, Expressway (Bus Éireann), Bus Éireann for the best way to get you to Limerick. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Bunratty and Limerick and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
No, the bus from Bunratty to Limerick has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Bunratty to Limerick.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Bunratty to Limerick.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Bunratty to Limerick.
No, luggage for the bus from Bunratty to Limerick needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Bunratty to Limerick.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Bunratty to Limerick.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Bunratty to Limerick.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Bunratty to Limerick.
Complete guide to Limerick
Things to do in Limerick
Discover the best of Limerick — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Limerick trip today.
- Recommended
Limerick Museum
City museum covering archaeology, civic history, and local life, located beside the river in the old town quarter.
- Recommended
Limerick City Gallery of Art
Major contemporary art gallery with changing exhibitions, riverside setting, and a strong programme highlighting Irish and international artists.
- Must visit
King's Island
Historic quarter around the castle and cathedral with medieval lanes, museums, and some of Limerick’s strongest heritage character.
- Recommended
O'Connell Street
Central Georgian street lined with shops and civic buildings; a practical base for walking, architecture, and city atmosphere.
- Recommended
Newtown Pery
Elegant Georgian district with broad avenues, period architecture, and a calmer feel; excellent for a self-guided city walk.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Boxty
Thick potato pancakes fried until crisp. A long-standing Irish staple, often served with butter or as part of a hearty breakfast.
- Gluten-free
Bacon And Cabbage
A traditional Irish bacon and cabbage plate, commonly eaten in homes and pubs. It is a classic comfort dish linked to everyday Irish cooking.
- Gluten-free
Irish Stew
Slow-cooked lamb or mutton with potatoes, onions, and carrots. This rustic one-pot meal is one of Ireland’s best-known traditional dishes.
The Oak Room
Acclaimed fine dining restaurant known for polished Irish cooking, tasting menus, and elegant riverside surroundings in Adare near Limerick.
Freddy’s Restaurant
Popular seafood-focused restaurant with refined Irish cooking and a smart casual atmosphere, known for quality local ingredients.
Cornstore
Well-regarded city gastropub serving modern Irish dishes, local produce, and a stylish but relaxed atmosphere in central Limerick.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Ireland: rooms and dining cost more than many EU cities, but buses are affordable and budget eats are easy to find.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or simple cafes.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €3-4.50 for coffee.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included or modest. In restaurants, round up or tip 10% for good service; taxis round up; cafes tip only for table service.
Plan your visit to Limerick
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Limerick.
Ireland uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers generally find using cards more convenient and widely accepted for payments, though carrying some cash can be helpful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Limerick, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and on public transportation. It's advisable to avoid poorly lit or isolated locations at night. Common scams include overpriced taxi fares and unofficial taxi services, so using licensed taxis or pre-booked transportation is recommended. Staying vigilant and securing personal belongings helps ensure a safe visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
FAQs: Bus from Bunratty to Limerick
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bunratty to Limerick 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 Limerick, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Yes, you can take a bus between Bunratty and Limerick.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bunratty to Limerick
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.
Departure bus stations in Bunratty
Arrival bus stations in Limerick
Which Bunratty station do buses to Limerick leave from?
Buses from Bunratty to Limerick leave from Bunratty, Old Bunratty Rd. The station is from Bunratty city centre at Old Bunratty Rd, Bunratty, Co. Clare, Ireland.
Bunratty, Old Bunratty RdOld Bunratty Rd, Bunratty, Co. Clare, Ireland
City-centre transport
Getting to Bunratty, Old Bunratty Rd from Bunratty city centre
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Bunratty, Old Bunratty Rd 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 and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bunratty, Old Bunratty Rd. ATMs are available at Bunratty, Old Bunratty Rd.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bunratty, Old Bunratty Rd.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bunratty, Old Bunratty Rd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bunratty, Old Bunratty Rd: Basic accessibility features available.
Which Limerick station do buses from Bunratty arrive at?
Buses from Bunratty to Limerick arrive at Limerick, Bus Station. Limerick, Bus Station is 0 miles (1 km) from Limerick city centre.
Limerick, Bus StationPrior's-Land, Limerick, Ireland
City-centre transport
Getting to Limerick, Bus Station from Limerick city centre
TrainIc, Re, 250 · 28m · €5 · every ~2 min
Bus347 · 44m · €12
Limerick, Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Limerick, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available at the station. ATMs are available at Limerick, Bus Station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Limerick, Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Limerick, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Limerick, Bus Station: Station is wheelchair accessible.
Bus stations for Bunratty to Limerick
Check bus stations information for Bunratty and Limerick, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.
Passengers board the bus most frequently from Bunratty, Old Bunratty Rd, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Limerick, Bus Station, located 1 away from the city centre.
Most popular buses to and from Limerick and Bunratty
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