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09/07/2025
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Galway to Waterford by train

The journey from Galway to Waterford by train is 174.55 km and takes 5 hrs 10 mins. There are 5 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:25 and the last at 15:05. It is possible to travel from Galway to Waterford by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 5 hrs 10 mins
Connection per Day 5
First Departure 05:25
Last Departure 15:05
Distance 174.55 km
Departure Galway
Arrival Waterford
Carriers Irish Rail

Galway to Waterford Train Times

Departure date
Wednesday 9 Jul 2025

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Best time to book Galway to Waterford travel

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Price as departure date approaches

Train companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around €0.26 to €17.14 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 98% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Galway to Waterford

The cheapest Galway - Waterford train tickets can be found for as low as €4.46 if you’re lucky, or €6.75 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as €10.26.

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!

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Galway to Waterford CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
12.22kg
Bus
13.09kg
Flight
34.91kg
Car
27.93kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Galway to Waterford by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Galway and Waterford are 12.22kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Galway and Waterford? By taking the train between Galway and Waterford you will save 22.69kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.87kg compared to a bus and 15.71kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the distance between Galway and Waterford by train?
Galway to Waterford is 174.55 km.
How long does the train between Galway and Waterford take?
Galway to Waterford is on average 5 hrs 10 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hrs 59 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Galway to Waterford?
Galway to Waterford has 5 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Galway to Waterford leave?
The earliest train from Galway to Waterford departs at 05:25. 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 Galway to Waterford depart?
The latest train from Galway to Waterford departs at 15:05. 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 Galway to Waterford by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Galway and Waterford is 3 hrs 59 mins.
Is there a direct train from Galway to Waterford?
Yes, there is a direct train between Galway and Waterford.
What are the CO2 emissions for Galway to Waterford by train?
The train journey from Galway to Waterford creates 12.22kg of CO2 emissions.

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