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Which bus from Dublin to Waterford is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Dublin to Waterford. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like Expressway, JJ Kavanagh & Sons or Dublin Coach. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

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tomorrow
£9
Sunday
£9
Monday
£9
Tuesday
£10
Wednesday
£9
Thursday
£9

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Expressway 2h 10m 09:50 Dublin Heuston 12:00 Waterford Merchants Quay  Economy £9
Expressway 4h 42m 09:30 Dublin Busáras 14:12 Waterford Whitfield Clinic Cork Road  Economy £11
Expressway 3h 42m 09:30 Dublin Busáras 13:12 Waterford Whitfield Clinic Cork Road  Economy £11
JJ Kavanagh & Sons 2h 30m 00:00 Dublin Beckett Bridge 02:30 Waterford Institute of Technology  Basic £18
JJ Kavanagh & Sons 3h 0m 05:45 Dublin Beckett Bridge 08:45 Waterford Institute of Technology  Basic £18

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Expressway 2h 30m 09:30 Dublin Busáras 12:00 Waterford Merchants Quay  Economy £9
Expressway 2h 20m 11:40 Dublin Heuston 14:00 Waterford Merchants Quay  Economy £9
Dublin Coach 2h 25m 14:00 Dublin Burgh Quay 16:25 Waterford Merchants Quay  Economy £10
Dublin Coach 2h 25m 16:00 Dublin Burgh Quay 18:25 Waterford Merchants Quay  Economy £10
JJ Kavanagh & Sons 2h 15m 00:00 Dublin Beckett Bridge 02:15 Waterford Dooleys Hotel  Basic £18

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Expressway 2h 30m 09:30 Dublin Busáras 12:00 Waterford Merchants Quay  Economy £9
Expressway 2h 20m 11:40 Dublin Heuston 14:00 Waterford Merchants Quay  Economy £9
Dublin Coach 2h 25m 14:00 Dublin Burgh Quay 16:25 Waterford Merchants Quay  Economy £10
Dublin Coach 2h 25m 16:00 Dublin Burgh Quay 18:25 Waterford Merchants Quay  Economy £10
JJ Kavanagh & Sons 2h 20m 00:00 Dublin Beckett Bridge 02:20 Waterford Clock Tower The Quay  Basic £18

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Dublin Coach 2h 25m 06:00 Dublin Burgh Quay 08:25 Waterford Merchants Quay  Economy £10
Dublin Coach 2h 25m 08:00 Dublin Burgh Quay 10:25 Waterford Merchants Quay  Economy £10
Dublin Coach 2h 25m 10:00 Dublin Burgh Quay 12:25 Waterford Merchants Quay  Economy £10
Dublin Coach 2h 25m 12:00 Dublin Burgh Quay 14:25 Waterford Merchants Quay  Economy £10
Dublin Coach 2h 25m 14:00 Dublin Burgh Quay 16:25 Waterford Merchants Quay  Economy £10

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Expressway 2h 30m 19:45 Dublin Busáras 22:15 Waterford Merchants Quay  Economy £9
Expressway 2h 25m 23:45 Dublin Busáras 02:10 Waterford Merchants Quay  Economy £9
Dublin Coach 2h 25m 14:00 Dublin Burgh Quay 16:25 Waterford Merchants Quay  Economy £10
Dublin Coach 2h 25m 16:00 Dublin Burgh Quay 18:25 Waterford Merchants Quay  Economy £10
JJ Kavanagh & Sons 2h 22m 00:00 Dublin Beckett Bridge 02:22 Waterford Manor Street  Basic £18

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Expressway 2h 30m 09:30 Dublin Busáras 12:00 Waterford Merchants Quay  Economy £9
Expressway 2h 20m 11:40 Dublin Heuston 14:00 Waterford Merchants Quay  Economy £9
Dublin Coach 2h 25m 14:00 Dublin Burgh Quay 16:25 Waterford Merchants Quay  Economy £10
Dublin Coach 2h 25m 16:00 Dublin Burgh Quay 18:25 Waterford Merchants Quay  Economy £10
JJ Kavanagh & Sons 2h 22m 00:00 Dublin Beckett Bridge 02:22 Waterford Manor Street  Basic £18

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Dublin to Waterford is £9 on 08/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Dublin and Waterford?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Dublin to Waterford. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Wednesday is the busiest day, with more than 624 daily coaches from Dublin to Waterford. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 18 daily coaches between Dublin and Waterford.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 1242 coaches from Dublin to Waterford, while Night sees the fewest connections between Dublin and Waterford, with 170 offers.

All facts for Dublin to Waterford bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Expressway, JJ Kavanagh & Sons and Dublin Coach that travel daily 485 times by bus from Dublin to Waterford in one click. Book your Dublin to Waterford bus ticket starting from £9!

Cheapest Bus £9
Fastest Bus 1h 50m
Earliest Coach 00:00
Latest Coach 23:50
Daily Bus Connections 485 Ø
Distance 134.9 km
Coach Companies Expressway, JJ Kavanagh & Sons and Dublin Coach

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Dublin to Waterford?

Every day, 485 buses from 3 coach companies leave Dublin for Waterford. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 05/12/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 01/12
Tuesday 02/12
Wednesday 03/12
Thursday 04/12
Friday 05/12
Saturday 06/12
£9
Sunday 07/12
£10
Monday 08/12
£9
Tuesday 09/12
£10
Wednesday 10/12
£10
Thursday 11/12
£10
Friday 12/12
£10
Saturday 13/12
£9
Sunday 14/12
£10
Monday 15/12
Tuesday 16/12
£9
Wednesday 17/12
Thursday 18/12
£9
Friday 19/12
Saturday 20/12
Sunday 21/12
£9
Monday 22/12
Tuesday 23/12
£9
Wednesday 24/12
£10
Thursday 25/12
Friday 26/12
Saturday 27/12
£9
Sunday 28/12

The cheapest time to travel from Dublin to Waterford

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Dublin to Waterford, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £9, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Dublin to Waterford. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £9.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Dublin to Waterford, with £9. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £10.

How to save money travelling from Dublin to Waterford

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Dublin to Waterford in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Dublin to Waterford, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Dublin to Waterford are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

What are the most popular bus companies from Dublin to Waterford?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Dublin to Waterford timetable.
In total 3 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Dublin and Waterford

Here is a map with all coach stations in Dublin and Waterford. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Dublin to Waterford

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Dublin to Waterford. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Dublin to Waterford bus

How much does a Dublin Waterford coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Dublin Waterford bus trip is available from £9 and takes 2h 30m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Dublin to Waterford?

This connection is offered by 3 companies with ticket prices ranging from £9 to £37. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Waterford.

How many connections are available for the Dublin Waterford route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Dublin to Waterford is offered by roughly 485 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Waterford from Dublin take?

The quickest coach from Dublin to Waterford is provided by JJ Kavanagh & Sons and takes 1h 50m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £18. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Dublin to Waterford?

The earliest bus to Waterford departs from Dublin at 00:00. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Dublin to Waterford?

The latest bus to Waterford departs from Dublin at 23:50. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Dublin Waterford route?

Passengers looking to travel from Dublin to Waterford can travel with Expressway, JJ Kavanagh & Sons and Dublin Coach. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Dublin and Waterford?

You can check all the direct connections between Dublin and Waterford by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Expressway, JJ Kavanagh & Sons and Dublin Coach.

What can I take with me on the bus to Waterford from Dublin?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Dublin Waterford bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Dublin Waterford bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Dublin to Waterford on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Dublin to Waterford

Basic
Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Dublin and to Waterford

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Dublin and to Waterford. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!

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