The average train between Waterford and Belfast takes 6h 2m and the fastest train takes 4h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Waterford to Belfast. 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 Belfast. 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 Belfast at 7:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 6h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Waterford to Belfast? 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 Belfast. However, there are services departing from Waterford station and arriving at Belfast station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.
Waterford to Belfast train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Waterford station.
Waterford to Belfast train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.
The distance between Waterford and Belfast is 271.6 km. The road distance is 362 km.
You can take a train from Waterford to Belfast Grand Central via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, and Dublin Connolly in around 5h 8m.