What is the cheapest way to get from Waterford (Station) to Galway?

The cheapest way to get from Waterford (Station) to Galway is to train which costs €27 - €40 and takes 4h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterford (Station) to Galway?

The fastest way to get from Waterford (Station) to Galway is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Waterford (Station) and Galway?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterford (Station) to Galway. However, there are services departing from Waterford Bus Stn and arriving at Galway Ceannt via Henry Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Waterford (Station) and Galway?

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

How far is it from Waterford (Station) to Galway?

The distance between Waterford (Station) and Galway is 290 km. The road distance is 211.7 km.

How do I travel from Waterford (Station) to Galway without a car?

The best way to get from Waterford (Station) to Galway without a car is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs €27 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Waterford (Station) to Galway?

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Waterford (Station) to Galway, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterford (Station) to Galway bus from?

Waterford (Station) to Galway bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Waterford Bus Stn station.

Where do I catch the Waterford (Station) to Galway train from?

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

Train or bus from Waterford (Station) to Galway?

The best way to get from Waterford (Station) to Galway is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs €27 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Waterford (Station) to Galway bus arrive?

Waterford (Station) to Galway bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Limerick Colbert station.

Where does the Waterford (Station) to Galway train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waterford (Station) to Galway?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterford (Station) to Galway is 212 km. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Waterford (Station) to Galway.

Where can I stay near Galway?

There are 634+ hotels available in Galway.

Waterford (Station) to Galway - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Waterford (Station) to Galway by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Waterford to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Galwaytrain Ic / ...
4h 48m
€27–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Stn to Limerick Colbertbus 55
2. Take the bus from Henry Street to Galway Ceanntbus 251
5h 1m
€31–43
Drive 211.7 km
1. Drive from Waterford (Station) to Galwaycar 211.7 km
2h 51m
€36–52
Bus via Parnell Street
1. Take the bus from Parnell Street to O'Connell Streetbus Wi05
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Galway Ceanntbus 51
6h 49m

Waterford (Station) to Galway by train

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Distance: 289.8 km
Duration: 4h 48m

What companies run services between Waterford (Station), Ireland and Galway, Ireland?

You can take a train from Waterford to Galway via Kildare and Portarlington in around 4h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Waterford (Station) to Galway Ceannt via Waterford Bus Stn, Limerick Colbert, and Henry Street in around 5h 1m.

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