The average train between Waterford and Dundalk takes 4h 57m and the fastest train takes 3h 43m. The train service runs several times per day from Waterford to Dundalk. 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 Dundalk. 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 Dundalk at 8:47 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 4h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 49m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Waterford to Dundalk? 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 Dundalk. However, there are services departing from Waterford station and arriving at Dundalk station via Dublin Heuston station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.
Waterford to Dundalk train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Waterford station.
Waterford to Dundalk train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dundalk station.
The distance between Waterford and Dundalk is 199.1 km. The road distance is 234 km.
You can take a train from Waterford to Dundalk via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, and Dublin Connolly in around 3h 58m.