How much is the bus ticket from Waterford to Dublin?

The cheapest bus tickets from Waterford to Dublin start from $25. The average price for this route is around $27. 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 trip duration from Waterford to Dublin is 2h 55m, covering a distance of 84 miles (135 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 480 buses available per day, including services from JJ Kavanagh & Sons , Expressway .

What is the earliest and latest departure time 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 recommended mode of travel 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 42 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Waterford to Dublin?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company JJ Kavanagh & Sons has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Waterford to Dublin?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is JJ Kavanagh & Sons , with a punctuality rating of 4.5 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.

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Next bus departures

Next departures for Waterford to Dublin on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:43am	Waterford Cork Road	4h 50m	3:33pm	Dublin Busaras	Cheapest
Bus	1:00pm	Waterford (Dooleys Hotel)	1h 55m	2:55pm	Dublin - Red Cow Luas	Fastest
Bus	10:45am	Waterford Bus Station	3h 8m	1:53pm	Dublin Airport T2	No tags
Bus	10:40am	Waterford (Manor Village)	3h 5m	1:45pm	Dublin Airport (Coach Park - Zone 16)	No tags
Bus	12:45pm	Waterford Bus Station	3h 8m	3:53pm	Dublin Airport T2	No tags

Next departures for Waterford to Dublin on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:43am	Waterford Cork Road	4h 50m	3:33pm	Dublin Busaras	Cheapest
Bus	6:35am	Waterford (Dooleys Hotel)	1h 35m	8:10am	Dublin - Red Cow Luas	Fastest
Bus	5:00am	Waterford Bus Station	2h 45m	7:45am	Dublin Airport T2	No tags
Bus	1:25am	Waterford (Manor Village)	2h 35m	4:00am	Dublin Airport (Coach Park - Zone 16)	No tags
Bus	6:45am	Waterford Bus Station	3h	9:45am	Dublin Airport T2	No tags

Next departures for Waterford to Dublin on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:43pm	Waterford Cork Road	4h 45m	10:28pm	Dublin, Eden Quay	Cheapest
Bus	6:35am	Waterford (Dooleys Hotel)	1h 35m	8:10am	Dublin - Red Cow Luas	Fastest
Bus	5:00am	Waterford Bus Station	2h 45m	7:45am	Dublin Airport T2	No tags
Bus	1:25am	Waterford (Manor Village)	2h 35m	4:00am	Dublin Airport (Coach Park - Zone 16)	No tags
Bus	6:45am	Waterford Bus Station	3h	9:45am	Dublin Airport T2	No tags

Next departures for Waterford to Dublin on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00pm	Waterford Bus Station	2h 30m	10:30pm	Dublin Busaras	Cheapest
Bus	6:35am	Waterford (Dooleys Hotel)	1h 35m	8:10am	Dublin - Red Cow Luas	Fastest
Bus	5:00am	Waterford Bus Station	2h 45m	7:45am	Dublin Airport T2	No tags
Bus	1:25am	Waterford (Manor Village)	2h 35m	4:00am	Dublin Airport (Coach Park - Zone 16)	No tags
Bus	6:45am	Waterford Bus Station	3h	9:45am	Dublin Airport T2	No tags

Next departures for Waterford to Dublin on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:00pm	Waterford Bus Station	3h	9:00pm	Dublin Airport T2	Cheapest
Bus	6:35am	Waterford (Dooleys Hotel)	1h 35m	8:10am	Dublin - Red Cow Luas	Fastest
Bus	5:00am	Waterford Bus Station	2h 45m	7:45am	Dublin Airport T2	No tags
Bus	1:25am	Waterford (Manor Village)	2h 35m	4:00am	Dublin Airport (Coach Park - Zone 16)	No tags
Bus	6:45am	Waterford Bus Station	3h	9:45am	Dublin Airport T2	No tags

Next departures for Waterford to Dublin on December 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:00pm	Waterford Bus Station	3h	9:00pm	Dublin Airport T2	Cheapest
Bus	6:35am	Waterford (Dooleys Hotel)	1h 35m	8:10am	Dublin - Red Cow Luas	Fastest
Bus	5:00am	Waterford Bus Station	2h 45m	7:45am	Dublin Airport T2	No tags
Bus	1:25am	Waterford (Manor Village)	2h 35m	4:00am	Dublin Airport (Coach Park - Zone 16)	No tags
Bus	6:45am	Waterford Bus Station	3h	9:45am	Dublin Airport T2	No tags

Next departures for Waterford to Dublin on December 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00pm	Waterford Bus Station	2h 30m	10:30pm	Dublin Busaras	Cheapest
Bus	6:35am	Waterford (Dooleys Hotel)	1h 35m	8:10am	Dublin - Red Cow Luas	Fastest
Bus	5:00am	Waterford Bus Station	2h 45m	7:45am	Dublin Airport T2	No tags
Bus	1:25am	Waterford (Manor Village)	2h 35m	4:00am	Dublin Airport (Coach Park - Zone 16)	No tags
Bus	6:45am	Waterford Bus Station	3h	9:45am	Dublin Airport T2	No tags

Next departures for Waterford to Dublin on December 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00pm	Waterford Bus Station	2h 30m	10:30pm	Dublin Busaras	Cheapest
Bus	6:35am	Waterford (Dooleys Hotel)	1h 35m	8:10am	Dublin - Red Cow Luas	Fastest
Bus	5:00am	Waterford Bus Station	2h 45m	7:45am	Dublin Airport T2	No tags
Bus	1:25am	Waterford (Manor Village)	2h 35m	4:00am	Dublin Airport (Coach Park - Zone 16)	No tags
Bus	6:45am	Waterford Bus Station	3h	9:45am	Dublin Airport T2	No tags

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Get from Waterford to Dublin

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

480bus per day

2h 55mAverage Duration

84 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Waterford and Dublin?

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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Stops in Dublin

A
Dublin Airport
Visit page
B
City Centre - O’Connell Street (Opp Gresham Hotel)
Outside the Gresham Hotel on O'Connell Street, North City, Dublin 1, Co. Dublin, Ireland
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C
Custom House Quay
Dublin (Custom House), Custom House Quay, at Custom House
Visit page
D
Por
Irish Ferries Terminal, Toll Gasoline Center, Terminal Rd S, Dublin Port, Dublin, Ireland
Visit page
E
Dublin
Prince's Street North, North City, Dublin, Ireland
F
Ferryport Terminal 2
Dublin Port Ferryport (Terminal 2), Ireland

Compare bus companies

JJ Kavanagh & Sons

4.5/546 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.9

Wifi4

Users have shared positive feedback about the punctuality and driving skills of the coach service, noting that it managed to navigate through traffic efficiently with minimal delay. Additionally, while most aspects were praised, there was a mention of some difficulty in communication when questions were posed to the driver.

JJ Kavanagh & Sons Waterford Dublin recent customer reviews

Turned up on time. Nice coach well driven. Negotiating the Dub rush hour and only 10 mins behind schedule. Impressed

Chris D.

October 9, 2024

Easy boarding

Loretta J.

October 12, 2025

Very good, except driver had difficulty answering questions

Darcy S.

October 26, 2024

Expressway

4/5458 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.1

Based on 458 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Expressway ticket prices on this trip start at $25

Expressway Waterford Dublin recent customer reviews

The driver was polite and the ride was comfortable. The bus arrived at its destination on time. Visual information showed the approximate time of arrival.

Robert W.

November 26, 2024

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Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 $25. The average price for this route is around $27. 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 trip duration from Waterford to Dublin is 2h 55m, covering a distance of 84 miles (135 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 480 buses available per day, including services from JJ Kavanagh & Sons, Expressway.
What is the earliest and latest departure time 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 recommended mode of travel 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 42 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Waterford to Dublin?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company JJ Kavanagh & Sons has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Waterford to Dublin?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is JJ Kavanagh & Sons, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 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.

Best price found

12/13

$22

12/14

$22

Today

$22

12/16

$22

12/17

$16

12/18

$12

12/19

$12

12/20

$12

The cheapest trip from Waterford to Dublin was searched and found on Dec 19, 2025 with a price of $12

To 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 $12 to $52 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 $12 which is on 2025-12-19.