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20/03/2025
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Waterford to Dublin by train

The journey from Waterford to Dublin by train is 82.64 mi and takes 3 hrs 9 mins. There are 40 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:55 and the last at 18:25. It is possible to travel from Waterford to Dublin by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 3 hrs 9 mins
Connection per Day 40
First Departure 05:55
Last Departure 18:25
Distance 82.64 mi
Departure Waterford
Arrival Dublin
Carriers Irish Rail

Waterford to Dublin Train Times

Departure date
Thursday, 20 Mar 2025

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Price as departure date approaches

Train companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around £0.11 to £5.93 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 98% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Waterford to Dublin

The cheapest Waterford - Dublin train tickets can be found for as low as £2.78 if you’re lucky, or £3.70 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £6.09.

Find the best day to travel to Dublin by train

When travelling to Dublin by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

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Waterford to Dublin CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
9.31kg
Bus
9.97kg
Flight
26.6kg
Car
21.28kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Waterford to Dublin by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Waterford and Dublin are 9.31kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Waterford and Dublin? By taking the train between Waterford and Dublin you will save 17.29kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.66kg compared to a bus and 11.97kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the distance between Waterford and Dublin by train?
Waterford to Dublin is 82.64 mi.
How long does the train between Waterford and Dublin take?
Waterford to Dublin is on average 3 hrs 9 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 57 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Waterford to Dublin?
Waterford to Dublin has 40 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Waterford to Dublin leave?
The earliest train from Waterford to Dublin departs at 05:55. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Waterford to Dublin depart?
The latest train from Waterford to Dublin departs at 18:25. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
How many direct connections depart from Waterford to Dublin?
There are on average 7 direct connection(s) from Waterford to go to Dublin.
What's the fastest journey time between Waterford to Dublin by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Waterford and Dublin is 1 hr 57 mins.
Is there a direct train from Waterford to Dublin?
Yes, there is a direct train between Waterford and Dublin.
What are the CO2 emissions for Waterford to Dublin by train?
The train journey from Waterford to Dublin creates 9.31kg of CO2 emissions.

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