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How to get fromWaterford to Holyheadby bus, ferry, or train

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There are 3 ways to get from Waterford to Holyhead by bus, ferry, or train

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  1. Bus, ferry

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    1. Take the bus from Parnell Street to 3Arenabus bus 736 / ...
    2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferryferry ferry 0
    7h 19m
    £39–55

  2. Train, ferry

    1. Take the train from Waterford to Dublin Heustontrain train Re / ...
    2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferryferry ferry 0
    7h 24m
    £42–61

  3. Bus, ferry via Dublin

    1. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Stn to Bachelors Walkbus bus 600
    2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyheadferry ferry Dublin Ferryport B+I-Holyhead
    7h 24m
    £80–211

Waterford to Holyhead by bus, foot, and ferry

Calendar52Weekly Services
Duration7h 19mAverage Duration
Ticket£39Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 171.1 mi
  • Duration: 7h 19m

What companies run services between Waterford, Ireland and Holyhead, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Waterford to Holyhead. However, you can take the bus to 3Arena, walk to Dublin Ferryport B+I, then take the ferry to Holyhead Ferry. Alternatively, you can take a train from Waterford to Holyhead Ferry via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, The Point, and Dublin Ferryport B+I in around 7h 24m.

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