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

The cheapest way to get from Swords to Waterford is to bus which costs €16 - €23 and takes 3h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swords to Waterford is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Swords and Waterford?

No, there is no direct bus from Swords to Waterford. However, there are services departing from Swords Castle and arriving at Waterford Bus Stn via Airport Zone 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Swords and Waterford?

No, there is no direct train from Swords to Waterford. However, there are services departing from George's Dock and arriving at Waterford via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Swords to Waterford?

The distance between Swords and Waterford is 185 km. The road distance is 179.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Swords to Waterford without a car is to bus which takes 3h 49m and costs €16 - €23.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Swords to Waterford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swords to Waterford bus from?

Swords to Waterford bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Airport Zone 16 station.

Where do I catch the Swords to Waterford train from?

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

Train or bus from Swords to Waterford?

The best way to get from Swords to Waterford is to bus which takes 3h 49m and costs €16 - €23. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €20 - €29 and takes 3h 54m.

Where does the Swords to Waterford bus arrive?

Swords to Waterford bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Waterford Bus Stn station.

Where does the Swords to Waterford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swords to Waterford?

Yes, the driving distance between Swords to Waterford is 179 km. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Swords to Waterford.

Where can I stay near Waterford?

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Swords to Waterford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 41 bus

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

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1. Take the bus from Airport Zone 16 to Waterford Bus Stnbus 736
3h 49m
€16–22
Train
1. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Waterfordtrain Re / ...
3h 54m
€20–28
Drive 179.3 km
1. Drive from Swords to Waterfordcar 179.3 km
1h 52m
€32–46
Line 41 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Swords Castle to Abbey St Lowerbus 33 / ...
2. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Waterford Bus Stnbus 600
4h 27m
€19–26

Swords to Waterford by bus

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Distance: 185.3 km
Duration: 3h 49m

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

J.J.Kavanagh & Sons operates a bus from Airport Zone 16 to Waterford Bus Stn hourly. Tickets cost €14–20 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Heuston to Waterford hourly. Tickets cost €15–22 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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