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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Waterford to Carlow
Cheapest price
€0.00
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h
Buses per day
22
Distance
66 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Waterford to Carlow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Of the 22 buses that leave Waterford for Carlow on Tue, May 19, 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 19 the direct buses cover the 66 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
On Tue, May 19 the slowest buses will take 1 h 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.
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12:50 PM1h21Waterford2:11 PMCarlowFind prices0 transfers
4:45 AM1h05Waterford Bus Station5:50 AMCarlow Bus Station€121One-way0 transfers- 5:20 AM1h05Waterford Bus Station6:25 AMCarlow Bus Station€121One-way0 transfers
- 7:00 AM1h00Waterford Bus Station8:00 AMCarlow Bus Station€121One-way0 transfers
- 8:45 AM1h00Waterford Bus Station9:45 AMCarlow Bus Station€121One-way0 transfers
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5:00 AM1h00Waterford Bus Station6:00 AMCarlow Bus Station€191One-way0 transfers- 7:00 AM1h00Waterford Bus Station8:00 AMCarlow Bus Station€121One-way0 transfers
- 8:45 AM1h00Waterford Bus Station9:45 AMCarlow Bus Station€121One-way0 transfers
- 11:00 AM1h00Waterford Bus Station12:00 PMCarlow Bus Station€121One-way0 transfers
- 1:00 PM1h00Waterford Bus Station2:00 PMCarlow Bus Station€121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Waterford to Carlow
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Waterford to Carlow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €9, and a bus costs an average of €12.
Distance: 66 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€14 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
1h 44m Average total duration 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Waterford to Carlow bus times
The table below shows live departures for Waterford to Carlow buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, May 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:45 AM Waterford Bus Station | 1h05 | 5:50 AM Carlow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:00 AM Waterford Bus Station | 1h00 | 6:00 AM Carlow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:20 AM Waterford Bus Station | 1h05 | 6:25 AM Carlow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:45 AM Waterford Bus Station | 1h30 | 8:15 AM Carlow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:00 AM Waterford Bus Station | 1h00 | 8:00 AM Carlow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Waterford to Carlow
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Buses from Waterford to Carlow run on average 24 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €12 but you can travel from only €9 by train.
There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 21:10. The fastest bus covers the 66 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 66 km |
Average bus duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Buses per day 24 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 9:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 6 days |
Bus providers: Expressway (Bus Éireann), Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, Bus Éireann from Waterford to CarlowYou can travel by bus between Waterford to Carlow with Expressway (Bus Éireann), Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, Bus Éireann for as low as €9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Expressway (Bus Éireann)
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)
J.J.Kavanagh & Sons
Bus Éireann
FAQs: Bus from Waterford to Carlow
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Waterford to Carlow 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 Carlow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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