How to travel from Dublin to Waterford, Ireland

The distance between Dublin and Waterford is around 164km (102 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 40m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Dublin to Waterford by bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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💰 Cheapest
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bus
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Bus

Take the bus to The Quay.

  • Duration2h 15m
  • Departsevery 30 mins
Operated by

Kenneally's Bus Service

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train
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Train

Take the train to Waterford.

  • Duration2h 20m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    €19($19)
🚀 Fastest
3
car
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Drive

Drive to Waterford.

  • Duration1h 40m
  • Distance164km (102 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Dublin and Waterford

There are several options for getting from Dublin to Waterford by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around and will take around 2h 15m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €23 ($23).

The distance between Dublin and Waterford is around 164km (102 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 134km (83 miles)

It takes around 2h 15m to get from Dublin and Waterford by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 40m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Dublin to Waterford is to drive which takes around 1h 40m and will set you back approx €23 ($23).

The cheapest way to travel between Dublin and Waterford, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Dublin and Waterford. It typically takes around 2h 20m and departs every 4 hours.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Dublin and Waterford with no changeovers required. The train runs every 4 hours and takes 2h 20m.

Irish Rail run train services between Dublin and Waterford. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 2h 20m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Dublin and Waterford. It typically takes around 2h 15m and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Dublin and Waterford with no changeovers required. The bus runs hourly and takes 2h 15m.

Kenneally's Bus Service run regular bus services between Dublin and Waterford. Buses run hourly and take around 2h 15m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Dublin to Waterford. We recommend that you take the bus to The Quay. instead which will take 2h 15m.

The closest major airport to Waterford is Cork Airport (ORK) (ORK) which is approximately 105km (65 miles) from Waterford. Shannon Airport (SNN) (SNN) and Dublin Airport (DUB) (DUB) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Dublin and Waterford. The distance is around 164km (102 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 40m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Dublin to Waterford is to take the bus which takes, on average, 2h 15m and will usually cost around .

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Compare travel optionsbetween Dublin and Waterford

Transport options from Dublin to Waterford
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
2h 15m
every 30 mins165km (102 miles)
Train
2h 20m
€19($19)
every 4 hours179km (111 miles)
Drive
1h 40m
€23($23)
on demand164km (102 miles)

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Airports near Waterford

The following major airports near Waterford offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Ireland and internationally.

ORK
Cork Airport (ORK)
International Airport
Distance
105km (65 miles) from Waterford
SNN
Shannon Airport (SNN)
International Airport
Distance
132km (82 miles) from Waterford
DUB
Dublin Airport (DUB)
International Airport
Distance
142km (88 miles) from Waterford