The average train between Portlaoise and Waterford takes 2h 41m and the fastest train takes 2h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Portlaoise 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 Portlaoise and Waterford. The earliest departure is at 7:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Portlaoise is at 8:33 PM which arrives into Waterford at 10:51 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Portlaoise to Waterford. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise station and arriving at Waterford station via Waterford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.
Portlaoise to Waterford train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Kildare station.
Portlaoise to Waterford train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Waterford station.
The distance between Portlaoise and Waterford is 87.2 km. The road distance is 164 km.
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Kildare to Waterford hourly. Tickets cost €12–17 and the journey takes 1h 58m.