How much is the bus ticket from Limerick to Dublin?

The cheapest bus tickets from Limerick to Dublin start from $26. The average price for this route is around $36. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Limerick to Dublin?

The average bus trip duration from Limerick to Dublin is 3h 35m, covering a distance of 110 miles (177 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 25m and is operated by Citylink .

Which bus companies service the Limerick to Dublin route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 89 buses available per day, including services from JJ Kavanagh & Sons , Expressway , Citylink , Flight Link .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Limerick to Dublin?

The earliest bus departs from Limerick to Dublin at 12:01am. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Limerick to Dublin?

A bus trip from Limerick to Dublin generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Limerick to Dublin?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Citylink , with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 715 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Limerick to Dublin?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Flight Link has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.5.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Limerick to Dublin?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Citylink , with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Limerick to Dublin?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is JJ Kavanagh & Sons , with a cleanliness rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

Bus Limerick to Dublin from $24 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Limerick to Dublin on January 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00am	City Centre	3h 10m	2:10pm	Dublin - Red Cow Luas	Cheapest
Bus	5:35pm	Castletroy	2h 25m	8:00pm	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	Fastest
Bus	5:30pm	City Centre	2h 30m	8:00pm	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	No tags
Bus	8:25am	Limerick Bus Station	7h 8m	3:33pm	Dublin Busaras	No tags
Bus	11:15am	Limerick UL Student Centre	3h 50m	3:05pm	Dublin Airport (Coach Park - Zone 16)	No tags

Next departures for Limerick to Dublin on January 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00am	City Centre	3h 10m	2:10pm	Dublin - Red Cow Luas	Cheapest
Bus	12:06am	Castletroy	2h 25m	2:31am	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	Fastest
Bus	12:01am	City Centre	2h 30m	2:31am	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	No tags
Bus	8:25am	Limerick Bus Station	7h 8m	3:33pm	Dublin Busaras	No tags
Bus	11:15am	Limerick UL Student Centre	3h 50m	3:05pm	Dublin Airport (Coach Park - Zone 16)	No tags

Next departures for Limerick to Dublin on January 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00am	City Centre	3h 10m	2:10pm	Dublin - Red Cow Luas	Cheapest
Bus	12:06am	Castletroy	2h 25m	2:31am	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	Fastest
Bus	12:01am	City Centre	2h 30m	2:31am	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	No tags
Bus	8:25am	Limerick Bus Station	7h 8m	3:33pm	Dublin Busaras	No tags
Bus	11:15am	Limerick UL Student Centre	3h 50m	3:05pm	Dublin Airport (Coach Park - Zone 16)	No tags

Next departures for Limerick to Dublin on January 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00am	City Centre	3h 10m	2:10pm	Dublin - Red Cow Luas	Cheapest
Bus	12:06am	Castletroy	2h 25m	2:31am	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	Fastest
Bus	12:01am	City Centre	2h 30m	2:31am	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	No tags
Bus	8:25am	Limerick Bus Station	7h 8m	3:33pm	Dublin Busaras	No tags
Bus	11:15am	Limerick UL Student Centre	3h 50m	3:05pm	Dublin Airport (Coach Park - Zone 16)	No tags

Next departures for Limerick to Dublin on January 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00am	City Centre	3h 10m	2:10pm	Dublin - Red Cow Luas	Cheapest
Bus	12:06am	Castletroy	2h 25m	2:31am	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	Fastest
Bus	12:01am	City Centre	2h 30m	2:31am	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	No tags
Bus	9:25am	Limerick Bus Station	6h 8m	3:33pm	Dublin Busaras	No tags
Bus	11:15am	Limerick UL Student Centre	3h 50m	3:05pm	Dublin Airport (Coach Park - Zone 16)	No tags

Next departures for Limerick to Dublin on January 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:35am	Limerick Old Cratloe Road	3h 55m	2:30pm	Dublin City (Heuston Station)	Cheapest
Bus	12:06am	Castletroy	2h 25m	2:31am	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	Fastest
Bus	12:01am	City Centre	2h 30m	2:31am	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	No tags
Bus	8:25am	Limerick Bus Station	7h 8m	3:33pm	Dublin Busaras	No tags
Bus	11:15am	Limerick UL Student Centre	3h 50m	3:05pm	Dublin Airport (Coach Park - Zone 16)	No tags

Next departures for Limerick to Dublin on January 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:35am	Limerick Old Cratloe Road	3h 55m	2:30pm	Dublin City (Heuston Station)	Cheapest
Bus	12:06am	Castletroy	2h 25m	2:31am	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	Fastest
Bus	12:01am	City Centre	2h 30m	2:31am	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	No tags
Bus	8:25am	Limerick Bus Station	7h 8m	3:33pm	Dublin Busaras	No tags
Bus	11:15am	Limerick UL Student Centre	3h 50m	3:05pm	Dublin Airport (Coach Park - Zone 16)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:31 PM GMT.

Get from Limerick to Dublin

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 3 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

89bus per day

3h 35mAverage Duration

110 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Limerick and Dublin?

Stops in Limerick

A
Limerick Bus Station
301 Hyde Rd, Limerick, V94 K659, Ireland
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Stops in Dublin

A
Dublin Airport
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B
City Centre - O’Connell Street (Opp Gresham Hotel)
Outside the Gresham Hotel on O'Connell Street, North City, Dublin 1, Co. Dublin, Ireland
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C
Custom House Quay
Dublin (Custom House), Custom House Quay, at Custom House
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D
Por
Irish Ferries Terminal, Toll Gasoline Center, Terminal Rd S, Dublin Port, Dublin, Ireland
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E
Dublin
Prince's Street North, North City, Dublin, Ireland
F
Ferryport Terminal 2
Dublin Port Ferryport (Terminal 2), Ireland

Compare bus companies

JJ Kavanagh & Sons

4.5/553 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.9

Wifi4.1

Based on 53 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. JJ Kavanagh & Sons ticket prices on this trip start at $26

JJ Kavanagh & Sons Limerick Dublin recent customer reviews

my bus didn’t showed up and i take a another bus

Munkhkhuslen B.

December 26, 2025

Very good experience, however , I couldn’t find any Charging Port on my seat.

Barkat A.

November 11, 2025

Expressway

3.5/5483 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

Citylink

4.5/5717 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.9

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi4.3

Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting excellent service and comfortable seating. The bus generally arrived on time to Dublin despite some minor delays due to traffic. Passengers appreciated the communicative and helpful driver, although a few mentioned that assistance with luggage would be beneficial for senior travelers.

Irish Citylink Limerick Dublin recent customer reviews

The driver was very communicative and helpful towards the passengers. We had a very smooth ride to Dublin Airport. The traffic was heavy and we late a bit but I didn't mind it, we have arrived in safe and sound.

Ferenc S.

November 23, 2025

The bus was very dirty and the lights were on and not turned out for the duration of the night journey making it very uncomfortable

Jordan C.

May 10, 2025

The trip was fine. It would have been nice if the driver assisted in offloading the luggage. My husband a senior aged 73 had go climb into the cargo hold to fetch our 2 pieces of luggage.

Margaret L.

January 5, 2025

Flight Link

4.5/559 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi4.6

Based on 59 reviews, the company was rated 4.4 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the staff but often complained with the power outlets. Flight Link ticket prices on this trip start at $28

Flight Link Limerick Dublin recent customer reviews

Bus was there ahead of time so no waiting outside in the dark and the driver was friendly and got us safely to our destination on time.

Elizabeth H.

October 10, 2024

Very goo

Dominic F.

August 26, 2024

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Limerick to Dublin by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Limerick to Dublin?
The cheapest bus tickets from Limerick to Dublin start from $26. The average price for this route is around $36. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Limerick to Dublin?
The average bus trip duration from Limerick to Dublin is 3h 35m, covering a distance of 110 miles (177 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 25m and is operated by Citylink.
Which bus companies service the Limerick to Dublin route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 89 buses available per day, including services from JJ Kavanagh & Sons, Expressway, Citylink, Flight Link.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Limerick to Dublin?
The earliest bus departs from Limerick to Dublin at 12:01am. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Limerick to Dublin?
A bus trip from Limerick to Dublin generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Limerick to Dublin?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Citylink, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 715 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Limerick to Dublin?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Flight Link has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Limerick to Dublin?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Citylink, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Limerick to Dublin?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is JJ Kavanagh & Sons, with a cleanliness rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01/04

$24

01/05

$24

Today

$24

01/07

$24

01/08

$24

01/09

$24

01/10

$24

01/11

$24

The cheapest trip from Limerick to Dublin was searched and found on Jan 10, 2026 with a price of $24

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Limerick to Dublin, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $24 to $79 for a bus ticket from Limerick to Dublin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2026-01-10.

Usually Expressway will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.