Trains Dublin to Waterford: Times, Prices and Tickets

How long is the journey from Dublin to Waterford by train?

The distance between Dublin and Waterford is around 133 km. Depending on the exact route and provider you travel with, your journey time can vary. On average, this journey will take approximately 3 h 9 min. However, the fastest routes between Dublin and Waterford take 1 h 42 min. If a fast journey is a priority for you when traveling, look out for express services that may get you there faster. Some flexibility may be necessary when booking. Often, these services only leave at particular times of day - or even on certain days of the week. You may also find a faster journey by taking an indirect route and connecting in another station along the way.

What time are the departures from Dublin to Waterford?

If you want to set off early, take the first departure of the day from Dublin to Waterford, which usually leaves at 07:17. The last scheduled departure of the day is normally at 19:35. These timetables may vary depending on the day of the week, or at different times of year.

Which stations can I use to travel from Dublin to Waterford?

In Dublin, departure stations include Dublin Heuston, Dublin Connolly, Dublin Pearse and Tara Street. When you arrive in Waterford, you may be able to disembark at stations such as Waterford (Plunkett). Remember though that the exact stations served on each route can vary. Different providers may depart from and arrive at different stations. Furthermore, if you travel on an express service, the number of stations may be limited, and the exact stations served on a particular route may vary at different times of day or day of the week. Check in advance to ensure that you are departing from and arriving at a station that is convenient for your journey.

How many journeys from Dublin to Waterford are there every day?

You will be able to travel from Dublin to Waterford using companies such as Irish Rail. Combined, these providers offer an average of 41 journeys each day. This average figure may not necessarily reflect your chosen travel dates. On certain days of the week, there may be more or less journeys available. At the busiest times, there will be up to 45 departures available in a single day. You can choose to travel from Dublin to Waterford using both direct and indirect routes. These options will help you find a journey that suits your budget, your time frame, and the circumstances of your trip. There are, on average, 8 direct connections from Dublin to Waterford each day. Indirect connections add more possibilities, giving you extra flexibility when traveling. In an average day, you will find 33 journeys with at least one change. These figures may vary at certain times of year, and some routes might not run every day of the week.