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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Carlow to Waterford
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€13
Fastest journey
55 m
Average duration
1 h 1 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
66 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Carlow to Waterford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlow to Waterford will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Of the 5 buses that leave Carlow for Waterford on Thu, Jan 29, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 29 the direct buses cover the 66 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 55 m .
On Thu, Jan 29 the slowest buses will take 1 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Carlow to Waterford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carlow to Waterford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €10, and a bus costs an average of €13.
Distance: 66 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€15 Average price | €10 Average price Cheapest |
1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Carlow to Waterford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Carlow to Waterford buses for tomorrow, Thursday, January 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:25 PM Hanover Bus Park | 1h05 | 5:30 PM Merchants Quay | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:58 PM Hanover Bus Park | 1h17 | 6:15 PM Waterford Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:18 PM Hanover Bus Park | 1h46 | 7:04 PM Waterford Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:30 PM Hanover Bus Park | 0h55 | 6:25 PM Merchants Quay | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:35 PM Hanover Bus Park | 1h00 | 7:35 PM Merchants Quay | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Carlow to Waterford
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Buses from Carlow to Waterford run on average 21 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 but you can travel from only €10 by train.
There are 14 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 21:10. The fastest bus covers the 66 km distance in 50m.
Distance 66 km |
Average bus duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 21 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 50m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 21:10 |
Bus providers: J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, Bus Éireann from Carlow to WaterfordYou can travel by bus between Carlow to Waterford with J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, Bus Éireann for as low as €10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Carlow to Waterford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlow to Waterford by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Waterford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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