How much is the bus ticket from Waterford to Dublin?

The cheapest coach tickets from Waterford to Dublin start from £20. The average price for this route is around £21. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Waterford to Dublin?

The average bus journey time from Waterford to Dublin is 2h 50m, covering a distance of 89 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 35m and is operated by JJ Kavanagh & Sons .

Which bus companies service the Waterford to Dublin route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 479 buses available per day, including services from JJ Kavanagh & Sons , Expressway .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Waterford to Dublin?

The earliest bus departs from Waterford to Dublin at 01:15. And the latest bus departs at 20:00.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Waterford to Dublin?

A bus journey from Waterford to Dublin produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Waterford to Dublin?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is JJ Kavanagh & Sons , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 52 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Waterford to Dublin?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company JJ Kavanagh & Sons has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Waterford to Dublin?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is JJ Kavanagh & Sons , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Waterford to Dublin?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is JJ Kavanagh & Sons , with a cleanliness rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

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Next bus departures

Next departures from Waterford to Dublin on 8 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:43	Waterford Cork Road	4h 50m	15:33	Dublin Busaras	Cheapest
Bus	06:35	Waterford (Dooleys Hotel)	1h 35m	08:10	Dublin - Red Cow Luas	Fastest
Bus	05:00	Waterford Bus Station	2h 45m	07:45	Dublin Airport T2	No tags
Bus	01:25	Waterford (Manor Village)	2h 35m	04:00	Dublin Airport (Coach Park - Zone 16)	No tags
Bus	06:45	Waterford Bus Station	3h	09:45	Dublin Airport T2	No tags

Next departures from Waterford to Dublin on 9 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:43	Waterford Cork Road	4h 50m	15:33	Dublin Busaras	Cheapest
Bus	06:35	Waterford (Dooleys Hotel)	1h 35m	08:10	Dublin - Red Cow Luas	Fastest
Bus	05:00	Waterford Bus Station	2h 45m	07:45	Dublin Airport T2	No tags
Bus	01:25	Waterford (Manor Village)	2h 35m	04:00	Dublin Airport (Coach Park - Zone 16)	No tags
Bus	06:45	Waterford Bus Station	3h	09:45	Dublin Airport T2	No tags

Next departures from Waterford to Dublin on 10 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:00	Waterford Bus Station	3h	21:00	Dublin Airport T2	Cheapest
Bus	06:35	Waterford (Dooleys Hotel)	1h 35m	08:10	Dublin - Red Cow Luas	Fastest
Bus	05:00	Waterford Bus Station	2h 45m	07:45	Dublin Airport T2	No tags
Bus	01:25	Waterford (Manor Village)	2h 35m	04:00	Dublin Airport (Coach Park - Zone 16)	No tags
Bus	06:45	Waterford Bus Station	3h	09:45	Dublin Airport T2	No tags

Next departures from Waterford to Dublin on 11 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:00	Waterford Bus Station	3h	21:00	Dublin Airport T2	Cheapest
Bus	06:35	Waterford (Dooleys Hotel)	1h 35m	08:10	Dublin - Red Cow Luas	Fastest
Bus	05:00	Waterford Bus Station	2h 45m	07:45	Dublin Airport T2	No tags
Bus	01:25	Waterford (Manor Village)	2h 35m	04:00	Dublin Airport (Coach Park - Zone 16)	No tags
Bus	06:45	Waterford Bus Station	3h	09:45	Dublin Airport T2	No tags

Next departures from Waterford to Dublin on 13 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:00	Waterford Bus Station	3h	21:00	Dublin Airport T2	Cheapest
Bus	06:35	Waterford (Dooleys Hotel)	1h 35m	08:10	Dublin - Red Cow Luas	Fastest
Bus	05:00	Waterford Bus Station	2h 45m	07:45	Dublin Airport T2	No tags
Bus	01:25	Waterford (Manor Village)	2h 35m	04:00	Dublin Airport (Coach Park - Zone 16)	No tags
Bus	06:45	Waterford Bus Station	3h	09:45	Dublin Airport T2	No tags

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Get from Waterford to Dublin

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just £20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

479bus per day

2h 50mAverage duration

89 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Waterford and Dublin?

Stops in Waterford

A
Waterford Bus Station - Days Hotel
7 Merchants Quay, Waterford, Ireland
B
Waterford Bus Stop
36 Merchants Quay, Waterford, Ireland
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Stops in Dublin

A
Dublin Airport
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B
City Centre - O’Connell Street (Opp Gresham Hotel)
Outside the Gresham Hotel on O'Connell Street, North City, Dublin 1, Co. Dublin, Ireland
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C
Custom House Quay
Dublin (Custom House), Custom House Quay, at Custom House
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D
Por
Irish Ferries Terminal, Toll Gasoline Center, Terminal Rd S, Dublin Port, Dublin, Ireland
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E
Dublin
Prince's Street North, North City, Dublin, Ireland
F
Ferryport Terminal 2
Dublin Port Ferryport (Terminal 2), Ireland

Compare bus companies

JJ Kavanagh & Sons

4.5/553 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.9

WiFi4.1

Users have shared positive feedback about the punctuality and driving skills of the coach service, noting that it managed to navigate through traffic efficiently with minimal delay. Additionally, while most aspects were praised, there was a mention of some difficulty in communication when questions were posed to the driver.

JJ Kavanagh & Sons Waterford Dublin recent customer reviews

Turned up on time. Nice coach well driven. Negotiating the Dub rush hour and only 10 mins behind schedule. Impressed

Chris D.

9 October 2024

Easy boarding

Loretta J.

12 October 2025

Very good, except driver had difficulty answering questions

Darcy S.

26 October 2024

Expressway

3.5/5484 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.1

Based on 484 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Expressway ticket prices on this trip start at £20

Expressway Waterford Dublin recent customer reviews

The driver was polite and the ride was comfortable. The bus arrived at its destination on time. Visual information showed the approximate time of arrival.

Robert W.

26 November 2024

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Waterford to Dublin

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Waterford to Dublin?
The cheapest coach tickets from Waterford to Dublin start from £20. The average price for this route is around £21. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Waterford to Dublin?
The average bus journey time from Waterford to Dublin is 2h 50m, covering a distance of 89 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 35m and is operated by JJ Kavanagh & Sons.
Which bus companies service the Waterford to Dublin route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 479 buses available per day, including services from JJ Kavanagh & Sons, Expressway.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Waterford to Dublin?
The earliest bus departs from Waterford to Dublin at 01:15. And the latest bus departs at 20:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Waterford to Dublin?
A bus journey from Waterford to Dublin produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Waterford to Dublin?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is JJ Kavanagh & Sons, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 52 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Waterford to Dublin?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company JJ Kavanagh & Sons has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Waterford to Dublin?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is JJ Kavanagh & Sons, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Waterford to Dublin?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is JJ Kavanagh & Sons, with a cleanliness rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05/01

£18

06/01

£17

Today

£18

08/01

£18

09/01

£18

10/01

£10

11/01

£10

12/01

£10

The cheapest trip from Waterford to Dublin was searched and found on 10 Jan 2026 with a price of £10

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Waterford to Dublin as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £10 to £42 for a bus ticket from Waterford to Dublin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £10, which is on 2026-01-10.