Trains from Waterford to Dundalk

  • Average duration 3h 36m
  • Connections per day 6
  • Distance 199 km
  • CO₂ per person 3 kg

train from Waterford to Dundalk

The journey from Waterford to Dundalk is about 199 km. On average a train trip takes 3h 36m with 6 connections per day.

Trip duration 3h 36m
Connections per day 6
First departure 05:55 AM
Last departure 06:25 PM
Distance 199 km
Departure Waterford
Arrival Dundalk
Travel operator irishrail
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When you're traveling from Waterford to Dundalk, you can expect to pay an average of approximately . You might be able to find prices as low as , but it all depends on how you travel. Some forms of transport are cheaper than others, and prices will vary according to time of day, day of the week, season, and other factors. For the cheapest train tickets, make your reservation well in advance. If you can, travel at an off-peak time, as train ticket prices will often be reduced. You might also be able to save money by booking a connecting journey, rather than a direct route. Be sure to check the conditions of the ticket before booking, as sometimes cheaper train tickets cannot be changed or refunded. Use Virail to check your options before booking, to ensure that you find the lowest price for your journey.
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On average, a train ticket from Waterford to Dundalk will cost you . If you are trying to stick to a budget, there are several ways you can seek out lower ticket prices. For example, if your travel dates are flexible, you might find that some days of the week are cheaper than others. Traveling during peak season will usually cost more, so avoid that if you want to save money. Even the time of day can affect the price of tickets sometimes. You can also look for an indirect route, which may be cheaper than a direct connection. Often, the cheapest train tickets can be found by booking well in advance. However, be mindful that many companies do not offer refunds or exchanges on their cheapest tickets.

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

Traveling from Waterford to Dundalk by train will usually take 3h 36m. This journey covers a distance of 199 km . When planning your trip, bear in mind that 3h 36m is an average, and route times may vary from day to day. Weather conditions, issues with transport, unexpected diversions, and local events could all cause delays to your journey. Please keep the possibility of these exceptional events in mind when making travel plans. The journey from Waterford to Dundalk covers a distance of 199 km. On average, you can expect your journey to last roughly 3h 36m. However, booking the fastest option will see you reach your destination in approximately 3h 16m. For faster journeys, look for express routes. Please remember that these may only depart at certain times of day, or on particular days of the week. You may also find that you can go from Waterford to Dundalk faster by making connections, rather than taking a direct route.

When do the first and last departures from Waterford to Dundalk leave?

If you prefer to travel early, you will usually find the first departure from Waterford to Dundalk leaving at 05:55 AM. Although things may change depending on the day, in general the last daily departure leaves at 06:25 PM.If you have some flexibility over the day on which you travel, you might find more options available to you. For example, some providers may only run early morning routes on weekdays, when people are traveling to work. You will often find fewer options available on weekends or public holidays. In general, the first departure of the night will leave Waterford at 05:55 AM, and the last departure will leave at 06:25 PM. However, it is important to remember that this is general information, and these journey times are not necessarily available every day. Timetables for each provider on the route from Waterford to Dundalk can change from day to day or month to month. In particular, many providers offer different schedules on weekdays and weekends. Public holidays, local events, and seasonal timetables can also cause schedules to change.

When traveling from Waterford to Dundalk by train, which stations can I use?

In Waterford, departure stations include . When you arrive in Dundalk, you may be able to disembark at stations such as . 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 Waterford to Dundalk are there every day?

The route from Waterford to Dundalk is served by providers including . From this list of transport providers, there are up to departures each day. However, this exact number will vary. On average, journeys depart from Waterford 6 times per day. This number includes all the transport providers that serve the route. When traveling from Waterford to Dundalk, you may choose to use an indirect route, involving connections. If you prefer not to do this, you will find an average of 0 direct journeys each day. However, indirect routes open up more possibilities for flexible travelers. On average, there are 6 journeys with one change or more each day. These numbers are all averages. They can slightly vary depending on the day of the week, the season of the year, local festivals, and other factors. Unfortunately, no connection was found for your trip from Waterford to Dundalk. Selecting a new departure or arrival city, without dramatically changing your itinerary could help you find connections.

irishrail13.93 kg CO₂
11:00Waterford (Plunkett)
3h 34m
16:15Dundalk (Clarke)
€0.00
2 changes
irishrail13.93 kg CO₂
13:05Waterford (Plunkett)
3h 35m
17:48Dundalk (Clarke)
€0.00
2 changes
irishrail13.93 kg CO₂
14:50Waterford (Plunkett)
4h 8m
19:33Dundalk (Clarke)
€0.00
2 changes

CO₂ emissions by mode

train 13.93kg
bus 14.93kg
flight 39.8kg
carpool 31.84kg
How much CO₂ is emitted travelling by train from Waterford to Dundalk?

The train journey between Waterford and Dundalk emits 13.93kg of CO₂.

How much CO₂ do I save by taking the train between Waterford and Dundalk?

Taking the train between Waterford and Dundalk saves 25.87kg of CO₂ compared to a flight, 1kg compared to the bus and 17.91kg compared to the car.

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