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

The cheapest way to get from Waterford to Tuam is to train which costs €30 - €50 and takes 6h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waterford to Tuam is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Waterford and Tuam?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterford to Tuam. However, there are services departing from Parnell Street and arriving at Tuam High Street via Henry Street and UL East Gate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Waterford and Tuam?

No, there is no direct train from Waterford to Tuam. However, there are services departing from Waterford and arriving at Galway via Kildare and Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Waterford to Tuam?

The distance between Waterford and Tuam is 269 km. The road distance is 225.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Waterford to Tuam without a car is to bus which takes 5h 50m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Waterford to Tuam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterford to Tuam bus from?

Waterford to Tuam bus services, operated by Piltown Coaches, depart from Parnell Street station.

Where do I catch the Waterford to Tuam train from?

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

Train or bus from Waterford to Tuam?

The best way to get from Waterford to Tuam is to bus which takes 5h 50m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Waterford to Tuam bus arrive?

Waterford to Tuam bus services, operated by Piltown Coaches, arrive at O'Connell Street station.

Where does the Waterford to Tuam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waterford to Tuam?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterford to Tuam is 226 km. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Waterford to Tuam.

Where can I stay near Tuam?

There are 37+ hotels available in Tuam.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Parnell Street to O'Connell Streetbus Wi05
2. Take the bus from UL East Gate to Tuam High Streetbus Ul05
5h 50m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Waterford to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Galwaytrain Ic / ...
6h 5m
€33–48
Drive 225.8 km
1. Drive from Waterford to Tuamcar 225.8 km
2h 53m
€39–56
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Stn to Bachelors Walkbus 600
2. Take the bus from Crampton Quay to Tuam Holy Cross Colbus 721
5h 55m
€35–49
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Stn to Limerick Colbertbus 55
2. Take the train from Limerick to Galwaytrain Ic / ...
6h 48m
€36–49

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Distance: 268.7 km
Duration: 5h 50m

What companies run services between Waterford, Ireland and Tuam, IE-G, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Parnell Street to Tuam High Street via O'Connell Street, Henry Street, UL Student Ctr, and UL East Gate in around 5h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Waterford to Tuam High Street via Kildare, Portarlington, Galway, and Eyre Square in around 6h 5m.

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