How to get from Waterford to Bunratty Castle by bus?

From Waterford to Bunratty Castle by bus

To get from Waterford to Bunratty Castle in Shannon, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 55 bus from Waterford Bus Station station to Limerick Colbert station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 301 bus and finally take the 300 bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay station to Bunratty station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 11 min. The bus schedule from Waterford may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Bunratty Castle on the Moovit app.

191min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5555
Bus - 301301
Bus - 300300
Walk to Bunratty Castle
Leaves from Waterford Bus Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Waterford Bus Station
    ID 355051
    90 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5555
    Wait for bus
    55
    Limerick Bus Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Limerick Colbert
    ID 635011
    145 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Upr Mallow Street
    ID 608191
    350 m • 5 min
  • 5
    Bus - 301301
    Wait for bus
    301
    Westbury
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Limerick Arthur's Quay
    ID 605571
    7 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Limerick Arthur's Quay
    ID 605551
    10 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 300300
    Wait for bus
    300
    Ennis Friars Walk
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bunratty
    ID 609511
    15 min
  • 10
    Walk to Bunratty Castle
    Walk to
    Bunratty Castle
    The Low Road
    360 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Waterford to Bunratty Castle

The distance between Waterford, Shannon and Bunratty Castle, Shannon is approximately 143.76 km, which can typically be travelled in 191 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Waterford to Bunratty Castle by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Shannon – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Waterford to Bunratty Castle

To check the bus schedule from Waterford to Bunratty Castle using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Waterford) and destination (Bunratty Castle), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Waterford to Bunratty Castle?

    The fastest way takes 191 minutes, using Bus line 55, Bus line 301, Bus line 300.

  • Is there a direct bus between Waterford and Bunratty Castle?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 11 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Waterford to Bunratty Castle?

    The 55 bus line goes from Waterford Bus Station near Waterford in Ireland to Limerick Colbert station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Limerick Colbert station near Bunratty Castle in Shannon.

  • How long does it take to travel from Waterford to Bunratty Castle by bus?

    The total travel time between Waterford in Ireland and Bunratty Castle in Shannon by bus is about 3 hr 11 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Waterford to get to Bunratty Castle?

    Get on the 55 bus from the Waterford Bus Station near Waterford in Ireland.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Waterford and Bunratty Castle?

    Get off the bus at the Limerick Colbert stop, which is closest to Bunratty Castle in Shannon.

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