- Must visit
Guinness Storehouse
Dublin’s most visited museum experience, telling the story of Ireland’s iconic stout through immersive exhibits in the historic brewery building at St. James’s Gate.
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Buses per day
42
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 $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 42 buses that leave Limerick for Dublin on Tue, May 26, 33 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 26 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 Tue, May 26 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.










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 $26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 108 miles (175 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$30 Average price Cheapest | $30 Average price | $46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 47m Average total duration 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Limerick to Dublin:
A bus is $0.74 (€0.60) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Limerick to Dublin costing on average $30 (€25).
Other travel options to Dublin take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 17m.
Tickets start at around $30 (€24) compared to roughly $46 (€38) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $17 (€14). The journey takes 4h 17m versus 2h 22m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Dublin Coach.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Citylink | Departure Time 12:01AM | Arrival Time 03:17AM | Duration 3h16 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Citylink | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 04:49AM | Duration 3h19 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Citylink | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 06:54AM | Duration 3h24 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Citylink | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Citylink | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Citylink | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Citylink | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 03:13PM | Duration 3h43 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Citylink | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:12PM | Duration 3h42 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Citylink | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Citylink | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:48PM | Duration 3h18 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Citylink | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:48PM | Duration 3h18 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Dublin Coach | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
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Buses from Limerick to Dublin run on average 26 times per day, taking around 4h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 06:00, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 108 miles (175 km) distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 108 miles (175 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Buses per day 26 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 6:00 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Dublin — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Dublin trip today.
Dublin’s most visited museum experience, telling the story of Ireland’s iconic stout through immersive exhibits in the historic brewery building at St. James’s Gate.
Ireland’s premier art gallery with major European and Irish works, including pieces by Caravaggio, Vermeer, and Jack B. Yeats, in a central and elegant setting.
A standout museum for prehistoric gold, Viking artifacts, and medieval treasures, offering one of the best introductions to Ireland’s deep history.
Dublin’s best-known cultural quarter, famous for cobbled lanes, busy atmosphere, street life, and photogenic corners that remain highly popular with visitors.
The city’s premier pedestrian shopping street, known for buskers, elegant storefronts, and a lively central location connecting key sights.
One of Europe’s largest enclosed city parks, home to broad avenues, monuments, gardens, and frequent deer sightings.
A classic Dublin and Irish dish of slow-cooked lamb or mutton with potatoes, onions, and carrots, valued for its hearty, traditional simplicity.
A traditional Dublin specialty made with sausages, bacon, potatoes, and onions simmered together; strongly associated with the city’s home cooking.
A traditional Irish potato pancake or griddled potato bread, especially popular as a rustic comfort food and often served with savory fillings.
One of Dublin’s best-known fine dining restaurants, celebrated for refined Irish cuisine, polished service, and a special-occasion setting.
Well-known Temple Bar restaurant specializing in boxty and other Irish dishes, offering a dependable introduction to traditional local cooking.
Established restaurant by the River Liffey known for modern Irish cooking, quality local produce, and a warm literary atmosphere.
Dublin is pricey by European standards, especially for hotels, dining, and drinks. Budget options exist but central areas cost more.
Service is often included only for large groups. In restaurants, 10% is appreciated for good service if not included. No tip needed for pints. Round up taxis. Small café tips are optional.
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Dublin Airport Terminal 2, Dublin -> Heuston Station, Dublin
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