How far is Dublin from Waterford?

The distance between the two cities is 82 miles (133 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Dublin to Waterford?

Most of the buses traveling from Dublin to Waterford leave from Dublin Airport and arrive at Waterford Bus Station - Days Hotel. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

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Next bus departures

Next departures for Dublin to Waterford on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30am	Dublin Busaras	3h 42m	1:12pm	Waterford Cork Road	Cheapest
Bus	1:30pm	Dublin - Red Cow Luas	1h 50m	3:20pm	Waterford (Dooleys Hotel)	Fastest
Bus	9:00am	Dublin Airport T2	3h	12:00pm	Waterford Bus Station	No tags
Bus	6:10am	Dublin - Red Cow Luas	2h 35m	8:45am	Waterford Cork	No tags
Bus	10:50am	Dublin Airport T2	3h 10m	2:00pm	Waterford Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Dublin to Waterford on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30am	Dublin Busaras	4h 42m	2:12pm	Waterford Cork Road	Cheapest
Bus	1:30pm	Dublin - Red Cow Luas	1h 50m	3:20pm	Waterford (Dooleys Hotel)	Fastest
Bus	9:00am	Dublin Airport T2	3h	12:00pm	Waterford Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:20am	Dublin - Red Cow Luas	2h 10m	2:30am	Waterford Cork	No tags
Bus	10:50am	Dublin Airport T2	3h 10m	2:00pm	Waterford Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Dublin to Waterford on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:30pm	Dublin Airport T2	3h	8:30pm	Waterford Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	1:30pm	Dublin - Red Cow Luas	1h 50m	3:20pm	Waterford (Dooleys Hotel)	Fastest
Bus	9:00am	Dublin Airport T2	3h	12:00pm	Waterford Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:20am	Dublin - Red Cow Luas	2h 10m	2:30am	Waterford Cork	No tags
Bus	10:50am	Dublin Airport T2	3h 10m	2:00pm	Waterford Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Dublin to Waterford on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:15pm	Dublin Airport T2	3h	10:15pm	Waterford Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	1:30pm	Dublin - Red Cow Luas	1h 50m	3:20pm	Waterford (Dooleys Hotel)	Fastest
Bus	9:00am	Dublin Airport T2	3h	12:00pm	Waterford Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:20am	Dublin - Red Cow Luas	2h 10m	2:30am	Waterford Cork	No tags
Bus	10:50am	Dublin Airport T2	3h 10m	2:00pm	Waterford Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Dublin to Waterford on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:50am	Dublin Airport T2	3h 10m	2:00pm	Waterford Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	1:30pm	Dublin - Red Cow Luas	1h 50m	3:20pm	Waterford (Dooleys Hotel)	Fastest
Bus	9:00am	Dublin Airport T2	3h	12:00pm	Waterford Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:20am	Dublin - Red Cow Luas	2h 10m	2:30am	Waterford Cork	No tags
Bus	10:50am	Dublin Airport T2	3h 10m	2:00pm	Waterford Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Dublin to Waterford on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00pm	Dublin City (Heuston Station)	2h 15m	10:15pm	Waterford Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	1:30pm	Dublin - Red Cow Luas	1h 50m	3:20pm	Waterford (Dooleys Hotel)	Fastest
Bus	9:00am	Dublin Airport T2	3h	12:00pm	Waterford Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:20am	Dublin - Red Cow Luas	2h 10m	2:30am	Waterford Cork	No tags
Bus	10:50am	Dublin Airport T2	3h 10m	2:00pm	Waterford Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Dublin to Waterford on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:00am	Dublin Airport T2	3h	12:00pm	Waterford Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	1:30pm	Dublin - Red Cow Luas	1h 50m	3:20pm	Waterford (Dooleys Hotel)	Fastest
Bus	9:00am	Dublin Airport T2	3h	12:00pm	Waterford Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:20am	Dublin - Red Cow Luas	2h 10m	2:30am	Waterford Cork	No tags
Bus	10:50am	Dublin Airport T2	3h 10m	2:00pm	Waterford Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:57 PM GMT.

Get from Dublin to Waterford

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

465bus per day

2h 45mAverage Duration

86 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

JJ Kavanagh & Sons

4/539 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.9

Wifi4

Based on 39 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. JJ Kavanagh & Sons ticket prices on this trip start at $27

JJ Kavanagh & Sons Dublin Waterford recent customer reviews

The driver did his best but there were two customers that made the bus delay for an hour

Alice M.

October 17, 2024

Expressway

4/5441 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.1

Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting the smooth and quiet ride. The driver was praised for being considerate, stopping to accommodate a delayed passenger from the airport and showing kindness towards elderly passengers. These thoughtful actions contributed to an overall pleasant travel experience with this service provider.

Expressway Dublin Waterford recent customer reviews

It was a smooth, quiet ride. The driver indly stopped for me even though he was just about to pull away - I'd been delayed in the airport.

J. A. I.

June 15, 2024

Really good driver, I feel safe, thanks for that

Marija L.

April 7, 2025

All good

Andreia D.

December 27, 2024

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Where are the popular stops in Dublin and Waterford?

Stops in Dublin

A - Dublin Airport

B - City Centre - O’Connell Street (Opp Gresham Hotel)

C - Custom House Quay

D - Por

E - Dublin

F - Ferryport Terminal 2

Stops in Waterford

A - Waterford Bus Station - Days Hotel

B - Waterford Bus Stop

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Dublin to Waterford by bus

How far is Dublin from Waterford?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Dublin to Waterford?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/17

$23

11/18

$23

Today

$22

11/20

$22

11/21

$12

11/22

$12

11/23

$12

11/24

$16

The cheapest trip from Dublin to Waterford was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $12

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

You can expect to pay from $12 to $52 for a bus ticket from Dublin to Waterford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2025-11-22.