What is the cheapest way to get from Northern Ireland to Waterford?

The cheapest way to get from Northern Ireland to Waterford is to bus via Dublin which costs €30 - €45 and takes 5h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Northern Ireland to Waterford?

The fastest way to get from Northern Ireland to Waterford is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between Northern Ireland and Waterford?

No, there is no direct bus from Northern Ireland station to Waterford. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Station Stand 11 and arriving at Waterford Bus Stn via Airport Zone 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Northern Ireland and Waterford?

No, there is no direct train from Northern Ireland to Waterford. However, there are services departing from Belfast Grand Central and arriving at Waterford via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Northern Ireland to Waterford?

The distance between Northern Ireland and Waterford is 361 km. The road distance is 317.1 km.

How do I travel from Northern Ireland to Waterford without a car?

The best way to get from Northern Ireland to Waterford without a car is to train which takes 5h 41m and costs €35 - €55.

How long does it take to get from Northern Ireland to Waterford?

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Northern Ireland to Waterford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Northern Ireland to Waterford bus from?

Northern Ireland to Waterford bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Grand Central Station Stand 11.

Where do I catch the Northern Ireland to Waterford train from?

Northern Ireland to Waterford train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Belfast Grand Central station.

Train or bus from Northern Ireland to Waterford?

The best way to get from Northern Ireland to Waterford is to train which takes 5h 41m and costs €35 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €160 and takes 5h 42m.

Where does the Northern Ireland to Waterford bus arrive?

Northern Ireland to Waterford bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Airport T2 station.

Where does the Northern Ireland to Waterford train arrive?

Northern Ireland to Waterford train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Northern Ireland to Waterford?

Yes, the driving distance between Northern Ireland to Waterford is 317 km. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Northern Ireland to Waterford.

Where can I stay near Waterford?

There are 210+ hotels available in Waterford.

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There are 4 ways to get from Northern Ireland to Waterford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Waterfordtrain Re / ...
5h 41m
€36–52
Bus via Dublin
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotelbus 705x
2. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Waterford Bus Stnbus 600
5h 57m
€32–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 11 to Dublin Airport T2bus X1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 16 to Waterford Bus Stnbus 736
5h 42m
€35–158
Drive 317.1 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Waterfordcar 317.1 km
3h 30m
€56–81

Northern Ireland to Waterford by train and tram

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Distance: 361.3 km
Duration: 5h 41m

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

You can take a train from Belfast Grand Central to Waterford via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 5h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grand Central Station Stand 11 to Waterford Bus Stn via Dublin Airport T2 and Airport Zone 16 in around 5h 42m.

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