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

The cheapest way to get from Waterford to Birr is to bus via Dublin which costs €22 - €30 and takes 5h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waterford to Birr is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Waterford and Birr?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterford to Birr. However, there are services departing from Waterford Bus Stn and arriving at Birr via Portlaoise JFL Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Waterford and Birr?

No, there is no direct train from Waterford to Birr. However, there are services departing from Waterford and arriving at Tullamore via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Waterford to Birr?

The distance between Waterford and Birr is 186 km. The road distance is 129.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Waterford to Birr without a car is to bus which takes 4h 43m and costs €28 - €40.

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

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

Where do I catch the Waterford to Birr bus from?

Waterford to Birr bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Waterford Bus Stn station.

Where do I catch the Waterford to Birr train from?

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

Train or bus from Waterford to Birr?

The best way to get from Waterford to Birr is to bus which takes 4h 43m and costs €28 - €40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €23 - €35 and takes 4h 48m.

Where does the Waterford to Birr bus arrive?

Waterford to Birr bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Portlaoise JFL Ave station.

Where does the Waterford to Birr train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waterford to Birr?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterford to Birr is 129 km. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Waterford to Birr.

Where can I stay near Birr?

There are 56+ hotels available in Birr.

Waterford to Birr - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Stn to Portlaoise JFL Avebus 73
2. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Birrbus 823
4h 43m
€29–39
Drive 129.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Waterford to Birrcar 129.1 km
1h 36m
€22–32
Train
1. Take the train from Waterford to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Tullamoretrain Ic / ...
4h 48m
€23–33
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Parnell Street to Parkgate Stbus 736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Birrbus 845 / ...
5h 35m
€22–30

Waterford to Birr by bus

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4h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 185.6 km
Duration: 4h 43m

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

You can take a bus from Waterford Bus Stn to Birr via Portlaoise JFL Ave in around 4h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Waterford to Birr via Kildare, Tullamore, and Spollanstown in around 4h 48m.

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