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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Dublin - Red Cow Luas | Waterford Cork | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Dublin - Red Cow Luas | Waterford (Dooleys Hotel) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Dublin - Red Cow Luas | Waterford Cork | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Dublin - Red Cow Luas | Waterford Cork | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Dublin - Red Cow Luas | Waterford Cork | No tags |
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Get from Dublin to Waterford
The journey takes about 2 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Dublin and Waterford?
Stops in Dublin
- B
City Centre - O’Connell Street (Opp Gresham Hotel)
Outside the Gresham Hotel on O'Connell Street, North City, Dublin 1, Co. Dublin, Ireland - C
Custom House Quay
Dublin (Custom House), Custom House Quay, at Custom House - D
Por
Irish Ferries Terminal, Toll Gasoline Center, Terminal Rd S, Dublin Port, Dublin, Ireland - E
Dublin
Prince's Street North, North City, Dublin, Ireland - F
Ferryport Terminal 2
Dublin Port Ferryport (Terminal 2), Ireland
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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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dublin to Waterford by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Dublin to Waterford?
The cheapest bus tickets from Dublin to Waterford start from $38. The average price for this route is around $40. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Dublin to Waterford?
The average bus travel time from Dublin to Waterford is 2h 35m, covering a distance of 136 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 50m and is operated by JJ Kavanagh & Sons.
Which bus companies service the Dublin to Waterford route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 349 buses available per day, including services from JJ Kavanagh & Sons, Expressway.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Dublin to Waterford?
The earliest bus departs from Dublin to Waterford at 12:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dublin to Waterford?
A bus trip from Dublin to Waterford generates an estimated 3.3758000000000004 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Dublin to Waterford?
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 57 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Dublin to Waterford?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company JJ Kavanagh & Sons has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Dublin to Waterford?
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 Dublin to Waterford?
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.
The cheapest trip from Dublin to Waterford was searched and found on Jun 14, 2026 with a price of $35To 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 $35 to $48 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 $35 which is on 2026-06-14.
