Dublin to Limerick Bus

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Dublin to Limerick by bus

The journey from Dublin to Limerick by bus is 175.59 km and takes 3 hrs 37 mins. There are 85 connections per day, with the first departure at 00:30 and the last at 22:00. It is possible to travel from Dublin to Limerick by bus for as little as €15.00 or as much as €52.51. The best price for this journey is €15.00.

Lowest Price	€15.00
Journey Duration	3 hrs 37 mins
Connection per Day	JJ Kavanagh, Flight Link, Irish Citylink, JJ Kavanagh & Sons 85
Lowest Price	JJ Kavanagh, Flight Link, Irish Citylink, JJ Kavanagh & Sons €15.00
Highest Price	JJ Kavanagh, Flight Link, Irish Citylink, JJ Kavanagh & Sons €52.51
First Departure	JJ Kavanagh, Flight Link, Irish Citylink, JJ Kavanagh & Sons 00:30
Last Departure	JJ Kavanagh, Flight Link, Irish Citylink, JJ Kavanagh & Sons 22:00
Distance	JJ Kavanagh, Flight Link, Irish Citylink, JJ Kavanagh & Sons 175.59 km
Departure	JJ Kavanagh, Flight Link, Irish Citylink, JJ Kavanagh & Sons Dublin
Arrival	JJ Kavanagh, Flight Link, Irish Citylink, JJ Kavanagh & Sons Limerick
Carriers	JJ Kavanagh, Flight Link JJ Kavanagh, Flight Link, Irish Citylink, JJ Kavanagh & Sons

Dublin to Limerick Bus Times

Departure date

Sunday 15 Jun 2025

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Virail Pro Tip ✌: Booking 10 days in advance save 10% on average

Price as departure date approaches

Bus companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around €14.93 to €23.04 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 35% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Dublin to Limerick

The cheapest Dublin - Limerick bus tickets can be found for as low as €18.00 if you’re lucky, or €21.84 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as €26.17.

Find the best day to travel to Limerick by bus

When travelling to Limerick by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Dublin to Limerick CO2 Emissions by Bus

Train

12.29kg

Bus

13.17kg

Flight

35.12kg

Car

28.09kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Dublin to Limerick?

A bus ticket from Dublin to Limerick is €27.74. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as €15.00.

What's the cheapest bus ticket from Dublin to Limerick?

The cheapest ticket you can get from Dublin to Limerick is €15.00. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.

What's the distance between Dublin and Limerick by bus?

Dublin to Limerick is 175.59 km.

How long does the bus between Dublin and Limerick take?

Dublin to Limerick is on average 3 hrs 37 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 25 mins.

Which companies operate from Dublin to Limerick?

The bus journey from Dublin to Limerick is covered by 3 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: JJ Kavanagh, Flight Link, Irish Citylink and JJ Kavanagh & Sons.

How many bus connections per day go from Dublin to Limerick?

Dublin to Limerick has 85 connection(s) per day on average.

What time does the first bus from Dublin to Limerick leave?

The earliest bus from Dublin to Limerick departs at 00:30. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.

What time does the last bus from Dublin to Limerick depart?

The latest bus from Dublin to Limerick departs at 22:00. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.

Should I book my ticket from Dublin to Limerick in advance?

If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is €15.00 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.

How many direct connections depart from Dublin to Limerick?

There are on average 58 direct connection(s) from Dublin to go to Limerick.

What's the fastest journey time between Dublin to Limerick by bus?

The fastest journey time by bus between Dublin and Limerick is 2 hrs 25 mins.

Is there a direct bus from Dublin to Limerick?

Yes, there is a direct bus between Dublin and Limerick.

What are the CO2 emissions for Dublin to Limerick by bus?

The bus journey from Dublin to Limerick creates 13.17kg of CO2 emissions.

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