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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Waterford Cork Road | Dublin Busaras | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Waterford (Dooleys Hotel) | Dublin - Red Cow Luas | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Waterford Bus Station | Dublin Airport T2 | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Waterford (Manor Village) | Dublin Airport (Coach Park - Zone 16) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Waterford Bus Station | Dublin Airport T2 | No tags |
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Get from Waterford to Dublin
The journey takes about 2 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Waterford and Dublin?
Stops in Waterford
- A
Waterford Bus Station - Days Hotel
7 Merchants Quay, Waterford, Ireland - B36 Merchants Quay, Waterford, Ireland
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 - CDublin (Custom House), Custom House Quay, at Custom House
- DIrish 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Waterford to Dublin 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 Waterford to Dublin?
The cheapest bus tickets from Waterford to Dublin start from $36. The average price for this route is around $39. 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 Waterford to Dublin?
The average bus travel time from Waterford to Dublin is 2h 55m, covering a distance of 133 km. The quickest bus can get 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 485 buses available per day, including services from JJ Kavanagh & Sons, Expressway.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Waterford to Dublin?
The earliest bus departs from Waterford to Dublin at 1:15am. And the latest bus departs at 8:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Waterford to Dublin?
A bus trip from Waterford to Dublin generates an estimated 3 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 Waterford to Dublin?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is JJ Kavanagh & Sons, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 40 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Waterford to Dublin?
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 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 4.4 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 4.8 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 Waterford to Dublin was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $17To 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 $17 to $74 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 $17 which is on 2025-12-01.
