Private Buses – Moylish Campus

Several private bus operators provide direct services into Limerick City, making it easy for students and staff to reach Moylish Campus from surrounding towns and counties.

Best Options by Town

• Newcastlewest & Rathkeale
  • Bus Éireann (Route 13) – Frequent services linking Newcastlewest and Rathkeale to Limerick City.
    • https://buseireann.ie/
• Ennis
  • Dublin Coach (M7 Express) – Direct services Ennis → Limerick → Dublin.
    • https://www.dublincoach.ie/all-timetables/route-300-m7-express
• Nenagh
  • J.J. Kavanagh & Sons (Route 735) – Express services Nenagh → Limerick.
  • This route stops at TUS Moylish Campus on Old Cratloe Road, providing a direct and convenient option for students and staff.
    • https://jjkavanagh.ie/universities/limerick-tus/
• Other towns & connections
  • Irish Citylink – Provides additional long-distance services (e.g., Galway–Limerick–Dublin).
    • https://www.citylink.ie/

Arrival in Limerick

Most private bus services arrive at or near Arthur’s Quay

For students arriving in Limerick City Centre and needing to reach TUS Moylish Campus, the most convenient local bus service is:

Bus Éireann Route 302 – City Centre to Caherdavin via Moylish

• Route: City Centre (Henry Street) → Caherdavin via Moylish
• Key Stops: Harvey’s Quay, Sarsfield Street, Ennis Road, Shelbourne Road, Cratloe Road, Old Cratloe Road, Moylish Park
• Frequency: Approximately every 20–30 minutes
• First Departure: Around 06:40 AM
• Last Departure: Around 11:30 PM
• Fare: €3–€6

Free Shuttle Buses

Free shuttle buses operate every 15 minutes from the following student accommodation locations directly to Moylish Campus:

• Cratloe Woods
• Thomond Village

These shuttles provide a quick, convenient, and cost-free way for students to get to campus without using private cars.

Tips for Planning Your Journey

• Check timetables in advance – Schedules may vary at weekends, bank holidays, or during term time.
• Book tickets online where possible to guarantee a seat and often save money.
• Arrive early – Popular routes can fill up quickly during peak periods.
• Consider a student travel card – Reduces costs on many private and public bus services.
• Use the shuttle service – If staying at Cratloe Woods or Thomond Village, the free shuttles run every 15 minutes and provide a reliable connection to Moylish Campus.
• J.J. Kavanagh passengers – Route 735 stops directly at the campus, so no further travel is needed.