How to travel from Killarney to Limerick, Ireland

The distance between Killarney and Limerick is around 110km (68 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 25m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Killarney to Limerick by bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Bus

Take the bus to Limerick Limerick Arthur's Quay.

  • Duration1h 45m
  • Departshourly
Operated by

Eurobus

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Train

Take the train to Limerick Junction and then to Limerick.

  • Duration1h 60m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    €24($24)
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Drive

Drive to Limerick.

  • Duration1h 25m
  • Distance110km (68 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Killarney and Limerick

There are several options for getting from Killarney to Limerick by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around and will take around 1h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €15 ($15).

The distance between Killarney and Limerick is around 110km (68 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 89km (56 miles)

It takes around 1h 45m to get from Killarney and Limerick by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 25m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Killarney to Limerick is to drive which takes around 1h 25m and will set you back approx €15 ($15).

The cheapest way to travel between Killarney and Limerick, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Killarney and Limerick. It typically takes around 1h 60m and departs once daily.

There are no direct train services that runs from Killarney to Limerick. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Limerick Junction. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 1h 60m.

Irish Rail run train services between Killarney and Limerick. Trains depart once daily and will take around 1h 60m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Killarney and Limerick. It typically takes around 1h 45m and departs every 3 hours.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Killarney and Limerick with no changeovers required. The bus runs every 3 hours and takes 1h 45m.

Eurobus and Dublin Coach run regular bus services between Killarney and Limerick. Buses run every 3 hours and take around 1h 45m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Killarney to Limerick. We recommend that you take the bus to Limerick Limerick Arthur's Quay. instead which will take 1h 45m.

The closest major airport to Limerick is Shannon Airport (SNN) (SNN) which is approximately 20km (12 miles) from Limerick. Cork Airport (ORK) (ORK) and Ireland West Airport Knock (NOC) (NOC) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Killarney and Limerick. The distance is around 110km (68 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 25m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Killarney to Limerick is to take the bus which takes, on average, 1h 45m and will usually cost around .

How do I get from Killarney to Limerick

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Transport options from Killarney to Limerick
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
1h 45m
hourly110km (68 miles)
Train
1h 60m
€24($24)
once daily161km (100 miles)
Drive
1h 25m
€15($15)
on demand110km (68 miles)

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Airports near Limerick

The following major airports near Limerick offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Ireland and internationally.

SNN
Shannon Airport (SNN)
International Airport
Distance
20km (12 miles) from Limerick
ORK
Cork Airport (ORK)
International Airport
Distance
91km (56 miles) from Limerick
NOC
Ireland West Airport Knock (NOC)
Domestic Airport
Distance
140km (87 miles) from Limerick