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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Dublin to Waterford from various bus operators like JJ Kavanagh & Sons or Dublin Coach for the next days.

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$16

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Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Dublin Coach	2h 25m	10:00 AM	Dublin	Burgh Quay	12:25 PM	Waterford	Merchants Quay	Economy	$16	A Bus from Dublin Coach goes from Burgh Quay, Dublin (Ireland) at 9/8/2026 10:00:00 AM to Merchants Quay, Waterford (Ireland) arriving at 9/8/2026 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 25m
Dublin Coach	2h 25m	12:00 PM	Dublin	Burgh Quay	2:25 PM	Waterford	Merchants Quay	Economy	$16	A Bus from Dublin Coach goes from Burgh Quay, Dublin (Ireland) at 9/8/2026 12:00:00 PM to Merchants Quay, Waterford (Ireland) arriving at 9/8/2026 2:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 25m
Dublin Coach	2h 25m	2:00 PM	Dublin	Burgh Quay	4:25 PM	Waterford	Merchants Quay	Economy	$16	A Bus from Dublin Coach goes from Burgh Quay, Dublin (Ireland) at 9/8/2026 2:00:00 PM to Merchants Quay, Waterford (Ireland) arriving at 9/8/2026 4:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 25m
JJ Kavanagh & Sons	2h 23m	9:55 AM	Dublin	Red Cow	12:18 PM	Waterford	Institute of Technology	Economy	$26	A Bus from JJ Kavanagh & Sons goes from Red Cow, Dublin (Ireland) at 9/8/2026 9:55:00 AM to Institute of Technology, Waterford (Ireland) arriving at 9/8/2026 12:18:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 23m
JJ Kavanagh & Sons	2h 23m	10:50 AM	Dublin	Red Cow	1:13 PM	Waterford	Institute of Technology	Economy	$26	A Bus from JJ Kavanagh & Sons goes from Red Cow, Dublin (Ireland) at 9/8/2026 10:50:00 AM to Institute of Technology, Waterford (Ireland) arriving at 9/8/2026 1:13:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 23m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Dublin Coach	2h 25m	6:00 PM	Dublin	Burgh Quay	8:25 PM	Waterford	Merchants Quay	Economy	$16	A Bus from Dublin Coach goes from Burgh Quay, Dublin (Ireland) at 9/11/2026 6:00:00 PM to Merchants Quay, Waterford (Ireland) arriving at 9/11/2026 8:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 25m
Dublin Coach	2h 5m	8:20 AM	Dublin	Red Cow	10:25 AM	Waterford	Merchants Quay	Economy	$16	A Bus from Dublin Coach goes from Red Cow, Dublin (Ireland) at 9/11/2026 8:20:00 AM to Merchants Quay, Waterford (Ireland) arriving at 9/11/2026 10:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 5m
Dublin Coach	2h 25m	6:00 AM	Dublin	Burgh Quay	8:25 AM	Waterford	Merchants Quay	Economy	$16	A Bus from Dublin Coach goes from Burgh Quay, Dublin (Ireland) at 9/11/2026 6:00:00 AM to Merchants Quay, Waterford (Ireland) arriving at 9/11/2026 8:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 25m
JJ Kavanagh & Sons	2h 15m	12:05 AM	Dublin	George's Quay	2:20 AM	Waterford	Manor Street	Economy	$26	A Bus from JJ Kavanagh & Sons goes from George's Quay, Dublin (Ireland) at 9/11/2026 12:05:00 AM to Manor Street, Waterford (Ireland) arriving at 9/11/2026 2:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 15m
JJ Kavanagh & Sons	2h 35m	5:50 AM	Dublin	George's Quay	8:25 AM	Waterford	Manor Street	Economy	$26	A Bus from JJ Kavanagh & Sons goes from George's Quay, Dublin (Ireland) at 9/11/2026 5:50:00 AM to Manor Street, Waterford (Ireland) arriving at 9/11/2026 8:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 35m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Dublin to Waterford is $16 on 9/8/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Dublin and Waterford

See here how frequent the connections between Dublin and Waterford are, during different times and days of the week.

Friday is the busiest day, with more than 223 daily buses from Dublin to Waterford. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 149 daily coaches between Dublin and Waterford.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 162 buses from Dublin to Waterford, while Night sees the fewest connections between Dublin and Waterford, with 35 offers.

Facts about the bus from Dublin to Waterford

Compare all providers like JJ Kavanagh & Sons and Dublin Coach that travel 186 times every day by bus from Dublin to Waterford in one click! Book your bus ticket from Dublin to Waterford starting from $16!

Cheapest Bus	$16
Fastest Bus	1h 40m
Earliest Bus	9:55 AM
Latest Bus	10:20 PM
Daily Bus Routes	186 Ø
Distance	83.8 miles
Bus Companies	JJ Kavanagh & Sons and Dublin Coach

Cheapest bus connections from Dublin to Waterford

Every day, 186 buses from 2 bus companies leave Dublin for Waterford: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 09/08/2026 and for the following days.

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Sunday 09/06

Monday 09/07

Tuesday 09/08

$16

Wednesday 09/09

$24

Thursday 09/10

Friday 09/11

$16

Saturday 09/12

Sunday 09/13

Monday 09/14

Tuesday 09/15

$26

Wednesday 09/16

Thursday 09/17

Friday 09/18

$25

Saturday 09/19

Sunday 09/20

Monday 09/21

$16

Tuesday 09/22

Wednesday 09/23

Thursday 09/24

$16

Friday 09/25

Saturday 09/26

Sunday 09/27

$24

Monday 09/28

$16

Tuesday 09/29

$16

Wednesday 09/30

Thursday 10/01

$24

Friday 10/02

Saturday 10/03

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 $16, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Dublin to Waterford. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $16.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Dublin to Waterford, with $16. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $16.

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 a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

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 bus 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 buses from Dublin to Waterford are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Dublin to Waterford

These are the most booked bus companies between Dublin to Waterford from our users.

JJ Kavanagh & Sons from Dublin to Waterford

Here you will find the key facts about the JJ Kavanagh & Sons bus route Dublin to Waterford:

Cheapest Price	$26
Fastest Bus	1h 40m
Earliest Bus	9:55 AM
Last Bus	9:25 PM
Daily Connections	170 Ø
Found on	9/6/2026

Dublin Coach from Dublin to Waterford

Here you will find the key facts about the Dublin Coach bus route Dublin to Waterford:

Cheapest Price	$16
Fastest Bus	2h 5m
Earliest Bus	10:00 AM
Last Bus	10:20 PM
Daily Connections	16 Ø
Found on	9/6/2026

All bus stations and stops in Dublin and Waterford

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Dublin and Waterford.

Batchelors Walk

R148 24

Busáras

Store Street 22

Crampton Quay

Crampton Quay 1-4

Custom House Quay

North Dock 1

Red Cow

Merchants Quay

Merchants Quay 23

Institute of Technology

Parnell Street

Ferrybank Shopping Centre

Whitfield Clinic Cork Road

Service and Comfort on the bus from Dublin to Waterford

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Dublin to Waterford? Or which bus companies serve the route Dublin to Waterford? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Dublin to Waterford bus

How much does a Dublin Waterford bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $16 and takes 2h 25m to reach Waterford. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $16 and $26. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Waterford.

On average, how many connections are available from Dublin to Waterford each day?

Every day, the Dublin to Waterford bus route is served by approximately 186 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Dublin to Waterford take?

The fastest bus from Dublin to Waterford is offered by JJ Kavanagh & Sons and takes 1h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $26. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Dublin to Waterford?

The earliest bus arriving in Waterford from Dublin starts at 9:55 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Dublin to Waterford?

The latest bus trip departing from Dublin for Waterford starts at 10:20 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Dublin Waterford route?

When traveling by bus from Dublin to Waterford, passengers can travel with JJ Kavanagh & Sons and Dublin Coach. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works 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: JJ Kavanagh & Sons and Dublin Coach.

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

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 Dublin Waterford bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus 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 traveling 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

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 will find all the details about your bus route!