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- This trip is recommended because it is: CheapestDeparture time: April 30 atDeparture city: WaterfordDeparture location: Waterford ParnellArrival time: April 30 atDestination city: CarlowDestination location: Carlow Kilkenny Road
- This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd CheapestDeparture time: April 30 atDeparture city: WaterfordDeparture location: Waterford ParnellArrival time: April 30 atDestination city: CarlowDestination location: Carlow Kilkenny Road
- This trip is recommended because it is: FastestDeparture time: April 30 atDeparture city: WaterfordDeparture location: Waterford Bus StopArrival time: April 30 atDestination city: CarlowDestination location: Carlow (Tyndall College/IFET)
- Departure time: April 30 atDeparture city: WaterfordDeparture location: Waterford Bus StationArrival time: April 30 atDestination city: CarlowDestination location: Carlow Bus Park
- Departure time: April 30 atDeparture city: WaterfordDeparture location: Waterford Bus StationArrival time: April 30 atDestination city: CarlowDestination location: Carlow Bus Park
Bus Waterford to Carlow: Trip Overview
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Based on 1 reviews, the company was rated 5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. JJ Kavanagh & Sons ticket prices on this trip start at $18.00
Based on 12 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the wifi. Expressway ticket prices on this trip start at $15.00
Waterford to Carlow Buses
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Information on this bus route
Daily Departures | 213 |
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures | 1:15AM - 8:00PM |
Minimum Price | $15 |
Average Ticket Price | $18 |
Minimum Trip Duration | 54m |
Average Bus Trip Duration | 1h15m |
Distance | 41 miles (66 km) |
Bus Companies on This Route | JJ Kavanagh & Sons, Expressway |
Where are the popular bus stations and stops in Waterford and Carlow?
36 Merchants Quay, Waterford, Ireland
Waterford Bus Stop7 Merchants Quay, Waterford, Ireland
Waterford Bus Station - Days HotelFrequently asked questions for your trip Waterford - Carlow
Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Carlow without a car. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.
On average, the trip from Waterford to Carlow takes around 1h 15m, but the quickest bus can get you there in about 54m. This is the time it takes to travel the 41 miles (66 km) that separate the two cities.
The distance separating Waterford and Carlow is 41 miles (66 km).
About 213 buses travel this route daily, provided by JJ Kavanagh & Sons and Expressway. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from Waterford to Carlow may vary. Simplify your trip from Waterford to Carlow by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
The bus service operates between 1:15 AM and 8:00 PM.
If you're headed to Carlow from Waterford, chances are that your bus will leave from Waterford Bus Stop and arrive at Carlow Bus Park. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.
If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, go for the bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $15.
You can expect to pay around $18 for a bus ticket. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $15 and $20, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.
Yes, a day trip from Waterford to Carlow is definitely doable. The round-trip travel time is around 1h 48m. This allows for plenty of time to explore the sights in Carlow before returning to Waterford in the evening.
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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Waterford to Carlow, get comfy and count the stars.
Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Waterford to Carlow will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.
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Did you know?
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.
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