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How to get from Galway to Limerick?

Planning to travel to Galway from Limerick and looking for the best transportation options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way of transportation for a trip from Galway to Limerick, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between Galway and Limerick, be it by plane, train, bus or carpool.

With detailed information about each mode of transportation and about the transport companies (Iarnród Éireann, Bus Eireann or Citylink), you will be able to easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you're a budget traveler or looking for a quick and convenient way to get from Galway to Limerick, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Galway Limerick trip.

For your trip from Galway to Limerick, you have several transportation options

Bus tickets from Galway to Limerick

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Galway to Limerick, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Galway to Limerick train tickets

If you like to travel more ecologically and economically, the Galway Limerick train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Whichever way you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the Galway to Limerick transportation option that best suits your needs and budget.

Galway Limerick Travel Information

Departure city
Galway
Ireland
Destination city
Limerick
Ireland
Distance
46 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by train and bus
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Plan your trip from Galway to Limerick easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Galway to Limerick easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available transportation options like flights, trains, buses and carpools according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find in a few clicks the tickets between Galway and Limerick that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like Iarnród Éireann, Bus Eireann or Citylink to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Galway and Limerick with peace of mind!

Comparison of the different ways to travel between Galway and Limerick

Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by train from Galway to Limerick?
Speed Galway to Limerick trains are often much faster than buses or cars.
Flexibility Galway Limerick train schedules can be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains when needed.
Advantages and disadvantages of a bus trip from Galway to Limerick?
On-board services Modern buses that travel between Galway and Limerick are usually equipped with comfortable seats, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, power outlets and toilets.
Travel time Buses from Galway to Limerick are mostly much slower than trains to Limerick to cover the 46 mi distance of the trip.

Where to start from in Galway? Where do I arrive in Limerick?

Galway Departure Bus Stations

Dublin Rd (GMIT)
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Galway (Bus Station)
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Departure stations in Galway

Galway
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Limerick arrival bus stations

Limerick (Bus Station)
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Limerick Institute of Technology
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University of Limerick (Stables)
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Henry St (Hibernian Insuarance)
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Dooradoyle, Raheen (Opposite Raheen Church)
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Limerick Arrival Stations

Limerick
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Bus Galway Limerick

The duration of the bus trip between Galway and Limerick usually varies depending on the traffic conditions and possible stops along the way. Vivanoda will allow you to see in real time all the buses traveling to Limerick for your travel date.

The average price of a bus ticket for the trip Galway-Limerick varies depending on the carrier and the time of booking. On certain busy dates, prices can double! Compare all Galway-Limerick bus prices on Vivanoda.

Cancellation and modification policies may vary depending on the bus company, so it is important to check the terms and conditions when making a reservation. Most of the time, cancelling or changing your Galway-Limerick bus ticket will incur additional costs.

Bus companies Galway Limerick

Bus Eireann
Bus Eireann
Citylink
Citylink
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Trains Galway Limerick

It is recommended to book your train ticket from Galway to Limerick at least a few weeks in advance to get the best price.

Train tickets from Galway to Limerick can be refunded or exchanged but are usually more expensive. The cheapest tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

Of course passengers can take luggage with them on the train from Galway to Limerick. There is no weight limit, but some train companies limit the amount of luggage you can take and require you to pay a supplement. On the other hand, the size of the luggage should be reasonable due to the often limited space inside the trains.

Train companies between Galway and Limerick

Iarnród Éireann
Iarnród Éireann
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