The average train between Northern Ireland and Waterford takes 6h 38m and the fastest train takes 4h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Northern Ireland to Waterford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Northern Ireland and Waterford. The earliest departure is at 7:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Northern Ireland is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Waterford at 9:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Connolly and take an average of 6h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Northern Ireland to Waterford? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Northern Ireland to Waterford. However, there are services departing from Northern Ireland station and arriving at Waterford station via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.
Northern Ireland to Waterford train services, operated by Translink, depart from Belfast Grand Central station.
Northern Ireland to Waterford train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Waterford station.
The distance between Northern Ireland and Waterford is 259 km. The road distance is 361 km.
You can take a train from Belfast Grand Central to Waterford via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 5h 40m.