The average train between Waterford and Balbriggan takes 4h 42m and the fastest train takes 3h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Waterford to Balbriggan. 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 Waterford and Balbriggan. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Waterford is at 8:20 PM which arrives into Balbriggan at 7:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 4h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 2m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Waterford to Balbriggan? 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 Waterford to Balbriggan. However, there are services departing from Waterford station and arriving at Balbriggan station via Dublin Heuston station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.
Waterford to Balbriggan train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Waterford station.
Waterford to Balbriggan train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Balbriggan station.
The distance between Waterford and Balbriggan is 162.5 km. The road distance is 197 km.
You can take a train from Waterford to Balbriggan via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, and Dublin Connolly in around 3h 50m.