What is the cheapest way to get from Galway to Waterford?

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Waterford is to train which costs €26 - €40 and takes 4h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Galway to Waterford?

The fastest way to get from Galway to Waterford is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Waterford?

No, there is no direct bus from Galway to Waterford. However, there are services departing from Galway Ceannt and arriving at SETU Cork Road via Upr Mallow Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Galway and Waterford?

No, there is no direct train from Galway to Waterford. However, there are services departing from Galway and arriving at Waterford via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Galway to Waterford?

The distance between Galway and Waterford is 290 km. The road distance is 213.1 km.

How do I travel from Galway to Waterford without a car?

The best way to get from Galway to Waterford without a car is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs €26 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Galway to Waterford?

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Galway to Waterford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galway to Waterford bus from?

Galway to Waterford bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Galway Ceannt station.

Where do I catch the Galway to Waterford train from?

Galway to Waterford train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Galway station.

Train or bus from Galway to Waterford?

The best way to get from Galway to Waterford is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs €26 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Galway to Waterford bus arrive?

Galway to Waterford bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Limerick Colbert station.

Where does the Galway to Waterford train arrive?

Galway to Waterford train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Kildare station.

Can I drive from Galway to Waterford?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Waterford is 213 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Galway to Waterford.

Where can I stay near Waterford?

There are 211+ hotels available in Waterford.

Galway to Waterford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Galway to Waterford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Galway to Kildaretrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Waterfordtrain Re / ...
4h 43m
€26–37
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Galway to Limericktrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Waterford Bus Stnbus 55
5h 19m
€29–41
Drive 213.1 km
1. Drive from Galway to Waterfordcar 213.1 km
2h 54m
€37–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt to Limerick Colbertbus 51
2. Take the bus from Upr Mallow Street to SETU Cork Roadbus Wi05
5h 25m
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Galway Coach Stn to Parkgate Stbus 761 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Waterford Bus Stnbus 736 / ...
5h 42m
€31–44

Galway to Waterford by train

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Distance: 289.8 km
Duration: 4h 43m

What companies run services between Galway, Ireland and Waterford, Ireland?

You can take a train from Galway to Waterford via Kildare in around 4h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Galway Ceannt to SETU Cork Road via Limerick Colbert and Upr Mallow Street in around 5h 25m.

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