Day trip from Belfast to Limerick
Limerick lies 279 km (173 mi) south-west of Belfast, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 279 km (173 mi) apart, Limerick is a realistic day trip from Belfast: about 4 h 32 min each way by road.
| Belfast | Limerick | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | Ireland |
| Population | 348,005 | 102,287 |
| Elevation | 7 m (23 ft) | 7 m (23 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/Dublin) |
| Postal codes | BT1–BT9 | V94 |
What changes when you arrive in Limerick
Crossing from United Kingdom into Ireland: money changes from the Pound to the Euro (EUR); the dialling code becomes +353; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
Where to book tours and tickets in Limerick
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Staying in Limerick
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Common questions
How far is Limerick from Belfast?
279 km (173 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Belfast; by road roughly 340 km (211 mi).
How long does it take to get from Belfast to Limerick by road?
About 4 h 32 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Belfast and Limerick?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Limerick?
The Euro (EUR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.