How far is it from Cork to Limerick?

The distance between Cork and Limerick is 99 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Cork to Limerick?

The drive from Cork to Limerick takes approximately 1 h 30 min by car.

What is the best route from Cork to Limerick?

The fastest route from Cork to Limerick covers 99 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 30 min.

Which direction is Limerick from Cork?

Limerick lies roughly to the north of Cork.

Which roads does the route from Cork to Limerick follow?

The drive from Cork to Limerick mainly follows N20.

Which towns do you pass between Cork and Limerick?

Towns on the route from Cork to Limerick include Bishopstown, Mallow, Ballyhea, Athlacca, Adare.

Where can I find a 24h service station between Cork and Limerick?

Along the route from Cork to Limerick you can fill up at O'Reilly's Garage (24/7), Opt Fuel (24/7), Certa (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I camp between Cork and Limerick?

Along the route from Cork to Limerick you can stop for the night or service your van at Kilcully Scout Campsite.

Where can I stop to rest between Cork and Limerick?

On the route from Cork to Limerick you can take a break at Staff Toilet and Shower Room, Mallow N20 Plaza.

Are there charging stations between Cork and Limerick?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Cork to Limerick, including Bunratty West, Bunratty (360 kW); Ennis Road Retail Park, Limerick (360 kW); Mahon Point P4, Cork (250 kW). Charging points on this route: 197.

Cork Limerick

Distance: 99 kmDrive time: 1 h 30 min

Driving from Cork to Limerick takes about 1 h 30 min via N20. The distance is 99 km. The straight-line distance is 86 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Gurranabraher, Dromahane, Doneraile, Athlacca, Raheen (Limerick). Driving directions

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Driving directions29 · 99 km

1 Depart onto Saint Patrick's Street 286 m
2 Continue straight 154 m
3 Turn left onto Coburg Street 85 m
4 Continue straight onto Devonshire Street 115 m
5 Turn right onto North City Link Road 2 km
6 Continue straight onto Commons Road 2 km
7 Continue straight onto New Mallow Road 3 km
8 Continue straight onto Blarney Bypass 4 km
9 Continue straight onto New Mallow Road 24 km
10 Enter rotary left onto New Road 38 m
11 Exit rotary straight onto New Road 492 m
12 Enter rotary slightly left 33 m
13 Exit rotary slightly left 26 km

14 Turn straight onto Limerick Road 20 km
15 Continue straight onto Croom Road 7 km
16 Keep slightly right 282 m
17 Take exit slightly left 51 m
18 Merge slightly right 547 m
19 Merge slightly right onto Limerick to Patrickswell Motorway 8 km
20 Take exit slightly left 558 m
21 Enter roundabout left onto Rosbrien Road 38 m
22 Exit roundabout straight onto Rosbrien Road 682 m
23 Continue straight onto Greenfields Road 2 km
24 Continue straight onto Rosbrien Road 311 m
25 Turn right onto O'Connell Avenue 958 m
26 Continue straight onto The Crescent 108 m
27 Continue straight onto O'Connell Street 109 m
28 Turn left onto Lower Mallow Street 166 m
29 Arrive

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The return trip from Limerick to Cork covers roughly the same distance, 99 km.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

197 chargers

Bunratty West, BunrattyBunratty West, Bunratty, Co. Clare360 kW
Ennis Road Retail Park, LimerickEnnis Road Retail Park, Limerick, Co. Limerick360 kW
Mahon Point P4, CorkMahon Point P4, Cork, Co. Cork250 kW
Dooradoyle Road, LimerickDooradoyle Road, Limerick200 kW
Ennis Rd, LimerickEnnis Rd, Limerick, Co. Limerick200 kW

EV Charging Stations

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Top attractions along the route

No notable attractions were found along this route.

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Popular routes from destination

Popular destinations close by

Limerick → Nenagh42 km · 35 min Limerick → Thurles77 km · 1 h 10 min Limerick → Galway99 km · 1 h 20 min Limerick → Cashel60 km · 1 h Limerick → Tipperary41 km · 40 min Limerick → Ennis38 km · 35 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 2 October 2026.

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How far is it from Cork to Limerick?: The distance between Cork and Limerick is 99 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Cork to Limerick?: The drive from Cork to Limerick takes approximately 1 h 30 min by car.
What is the best route from Cork to Limerick?: The fastest route from Cork to Limerick covers 99 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 30 min.
Which direction is Limerick from Cork?: Limerick lies roughly to the north of Cork.
Which roads does the route from Cork to Limerick follow?: The drive from Cork to Limerick mainly follows N20.
Which towns do you pass between Cork and Limerick?: Towns on the route from Cork to Limerick include Bishopstown, Mallow, Ballyhea, Athlacca, Adare.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Cork and Limerick?: Along the route from Cork to Limerick you can fill up at O'Reilly's Garage (24/7), Opt Fuel (24/7), Certa (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I camp between Cork and Limerick?: Along the route from Cork to Limerick you can stop for the night or service your van at Kilcully Scout Campsite.
Where can I stop to rest between Cork and Limerick?: On the route from Cork to Limerick you can take a break at Staff Toilet and Shower Room, Mallow N20 Plaza.
Are there charging stations between Cork and Limerick?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Cork to Limerick, including Bunratty West, Bunratty (360 kW); Ennis Road Retail Park, Limerick (360 kW); Mahon Point P4, Cork (250 kW). Charging points on this route: 197.

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