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09/07/2025
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Drogheda to Waterford by train

The journey from Drogheda to Waterford by train is 170.46 km and takes 4 hrs 17 mins. There are 8 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:54 and the last at 16:28. It is possible to travel from Drogheda to Waterford by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 4 hrs 17 mins
Connection per Day 8
First Departure 05:54
Last Departure 16:28
Distance 170.46 km
Departure Drogheda
Arrival Waterford
Carriers Irish Rail

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Drogheda to Waterford

The cheapest Drogheda - Waterford train tickets can be found for as low as €1.37 if you’re lucky, or €6.10 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as €11.65.

Find the best day to travel to Waterford by train

When travelling to Waterford by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Irish Rail from Drogheda to Waterford
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Drogheda to Waterford CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
11.93kg
Bus
12.78kg
Flight
34.09kg
Car
27.27kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Drogheda to Waterford by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Drogheda and Waterford are 11.93kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Drogheda and Waterford? By taking the train between Drogheda and Waterford you will save 22.16kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.85kg compared to a bus and 15.34kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the distance between Drogheda and Waterford by train?
Drogheda to Waterford is 170.46 km.
How long does the train between Drogheda and Waterford take?
Drogheda to Waterford is on average 4 hrs 17 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hrs 28 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Drogheda to Waterford?
Drogheda to Waterford has 8 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Drogheda to Waterford leave?
The earliest train from Drogheda to Waterford departs at 05:54. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Drogheda to Waterford depart?
The latest train from Drogheda to Waterford departs at 16:28. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What's the fastest journey time between Drogheda to Waterford by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Drogheda and Waterford is 3 hrs 28 mins.
Is there a direct train from Drogheda to Waterford?
Yes, there is a direct train between Drogheda and Waterford.
What are the CO2 emissions for Drogheda to Waterford by train?
The train journey from Drogheda to Waterford creates 11.93kg of CO2 emissions.

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