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Travel optionsfrom Dublin to Limerick
How to get from Dublin to Limerick by train, bus or flight.
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The best way to travel from Dublin to Limerick is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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BA59453:15 PM5h20Dublin Airport8:35 PMShannon Airport$2941One-way1 transfer
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BA59453:15 PM5h20Dublin Airport8:35 PMShannon Airport$2941One-way1 transfer
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BA5943 · BA596412:00 PM4h10Dublin Airport4:10 PMShannon Airport$3141One-way1 transfer
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BA594310:30 AM5h40Dublin Airport4:10 PMShannon Airport$2941One-way1 transfer
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BA594512:50 PM7h45Dublin Airport8:35 PMShannon Airport$2941One-way1 transfer
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BA59438:45 AM7h25Dublin Airport4:10 PMShannon Airport$3041One-way1 transfer
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FAQs: Travel from Dublin to Limerick
Travel to Limerick easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Dublin to Limerick.

There are 2 options to travel between Dublin and Limerick including taking a train and bus.
The distance from Dublin to Limerick is approximately 108 miles (175 km).
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Dublin to Limerick:
- Flights mostly depart from Dublin Airport and arrive in Shannon Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Dublin to Limerick, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) to go to Limerick by train.
- Travel with Dublin Coach, J.J.Kavanagh & Sons to go to Limerick by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Dublin to Limerick with the following travel companies:
- 0 direct trains per day with Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail).
- 0 direct buses per day with Dublin Coach, J.J.Kavanagh & Sons.
Omio customers who travel from Dublin to Limerick often also extend their vacation to go to Belfast, Cork Airport, Galway, Dublin Airport, Cork. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Limerick and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Limerick to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Limerick, you can visit the bustling Milk Market for local produce and crafts, enjoy a scenic boat tour on the Shannon River, and attend traditional Irish music sessions at lively pubs. Explore the Frank McCourt Museum dedicated to the "Angela's Ashes" author, and catch a rugby match at Thomond Park. Discover King John's Castle with its interactive exhibits, admire the medieval architecture of St. Mary's Cathedral, and explore the art and antiquities at The Hunt Museum. The Limerick City Gallery of Art offers contemporary works, while People's Park provides a serene setting with gardens and sculptures.
Two to three days in Limerick is generally sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as King John's Castle, the Hunt Museum, and the Riverside Walk.
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