City in County Limerick, Ireland
Internet in Limerick: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Limerick?
Median fixed broadband in Ireland is 207 Mbps and mobile is 80 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Wifi is common in cafes and libraries; coworking spaces are reliable.
Getting online in Limerick
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Fibre is widely available, about €40–65 a month from Eir, Virgin Media and Vodafone. |
| Cafés and coworking | Wifi is common in cafes and libraries; coworking spaces are reliable. |
| Tourist SIM | Phone shops, convenience stores and Dublin Airport sell prepaid SIMs; about €15–25 for a month with large or unlimited data. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | Vodafone, Three, eir |
| Monthly data plan | €15–25 ($17–28) |
Coworking spaces in Limerick
Spaces we checked are open in 2026. Prices change; confirm on their sites.
| Space | Area | Day pass |
|---|---|---|
| Spaces City East Plaza | Ballysimon | €45$51 |
| Regus Limerick | Limerick city | €35$39 |
Internet speeds in Europe
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
| Country | Fixed | Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| France | 332 Mbps | 133 Mbps |
| Iceland | 283 Mbps | — |
| Switzerland | 281 Mbps | 120 Mbps |
| Denmark | 278 Mbps | 161 Mbps |
| Romania | 276 Mbps | 83 Mbps |
| Hungary | 271 Mbps | 94 Mbps |
| Spain | 263 Mbps | 84 Mbps |
| Portugal | 252 Mbps | 128 Mbps |
| Andorra | 244 Mbps | — |
| Netherlands | 226 Mbps | 158 Mbps |
| Luxembourg | 221 Mbps | 173 Mbps |
| Poland | 215 Mbps | 109 Mbps |
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Limerick?
Median fixed broadband in Ireland is 207 Mbps and mobile is 80 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Wifi is common in cafes and libraries; coworking spaces are reliable.
Which SIM card should I get in Limerick?
Phone shops, convenience stores and Dublin Airport sell prepaid SIMs; about €15–25 for a month with large or unlimited data.
Can I use an eSIM in Ireland?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
Are there coworking spaces in Limerick?
Yes: Spaces City East Plaza, Regus Limerick.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: Ireland
- Vodafone
- Three
- eir
- Limerick tourism
- Shannon Airport
- Irish Rail
- Transport for Ireland (bus fares)
- HSE University Hospital Limerick
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.