Limerick Marathon Supported by Bus and Rail Access

Limerick closes roads May 2-3 for marathon with five Bus Éireann routes serving area

Limerick Closes Roads for Marathon May 2-3

Limerick city will implement temporary road closures and parking restrictions May 2-3 for the Regeneron Great Limerick Run, Ireland's largest mass participation sporting event outside Dublin. The weekend event includes races at Pery Square, O'Connell Street, and University of Limerick, with officials advising attendees to use public transit. Bus Éireann routes 343, 317, 302, 303, and 306 will serve the area during the closures.

Event Spans Two Days Across Multiple Venues

The weekend begins Saturday, May 2 at 2:30 PM with the Kids Fun Run at University of Limerick, featuring 1km, 1.5km, and 2km races for different age groups. Sunday's main event starts at 9:00 AM with staggered start times: the full marathon begins at Pery Square at 9:00 AM, the half marathon starts at 10:30 AM from the same location, and the 6-mile race launches at 12:30 PM. All Sunday races finish on O'Connell Street. The event welcomes participants of all ages and abilities across all social and demographic backgrounds.

Transit Options Available During Road Restrictions

Officials haven't specified which streets will close or the exact duration of restrictions, but they've confirmed multiple public transport options remain available. Five Bus Éireann routes—343, 317, 302, 303, and 306—serve the race area throughout the weekend. Limerick Colbert Train Station, located 12 minutes' walk from the city center, provides rail connections from across Ireland. Transit agencies typically maintain service during major sporting events, though specific schedule modifications for the race weekend weren't announced.

Restrictions Coincide with Race Schedule

Road closures will align with race times across both days, beginning Saturday afternoon for the Kids Fun Run and continuing Sunday morning through early afternoon for the marathon, half marathon, and 6-mile races. Officials said restrictions are necessary to ensure runner safety on the course between Pery Square and O'Connell Street. The agency didn't provide specific times when roads will reopen or detailed maps of affected streets.

Riders Should Plan Alternative Routes

Attendees and residents should expect delays near race venues throughout the weekend, particularly Sunday morning when three races run simultaneously. Officials recommend using Bus Éireann services or arriving via Limerick Colbert Train Station to avoid parking restrictions. Moovit provides real-time transit updates for Bus Éireann routes and walking directions from the train station to event locations throughout Limerick.