How to get from Waterford to Castlebar by bus and train?

From Waterford to Castlebar by bus and train

To get from Waterford to Castlebar in Ireland, take the 73 bus from Waterford Bus Station station to Athlone Station station. Next, take the RAIL train from Athlone station to Castlebar station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 6 hr 5 min. The bus and train schedule from Waterford may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Castlebar on the Moovit app.

365min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7373
Train - RAILRAIL
Walk to Castlebar
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 - 7373
    Wait for bus
    73
    Athlone
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Athlone Station
    ID 555101
    245 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Athlone
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Westport
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Castlebar
    ID 0
    93 min
  • 7
    Walk to Castlebar
    Walk to
    Castlebar
    20 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Waterford to Castlebar by bus and train via 736 and RAIL

To get from Waterford to Castlebar in Ireland, take the 736 bus from Merchants Quay-Waterford Bus Stn station to Parkgate Street station. Next, take the RAIL train from Dublin Heuston station to Castlebar station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 5 hr 49 min. The bus and train schedule from Waterford may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Castlebar on the Moovit app.

349min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 736736
Train - RAILRAIL
Walk to Castlebar
Leaves from Merchants Quay-Waterford Bus Stn

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Merchants Quay-Waterford Bus Stn
    ID 352561
    20 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 736736
    Wait for bus
    736
    Dublin Airport Zone 16
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Parkgate Street
    ID 10996
    145 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Dublin Heuston
    240 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Westport
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Castlebar
    ID 0
    177 min
  • 7
    Walk to Castlebar
    Walk to
    Castlebar
    20 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Waterford to Castlebar

The distance between Waterford, Ireland and Castlebar, Ireland is approximately 323.6 km, which can typically be travelled in 365 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Waterford to Castlebar by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Ireland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Waterford to Castlebar

To check the bus and train schedule from Waterford to Castlebar using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Waterford) and destination (Castlebar), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, 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 and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Waterford to Castlebar by bus and train via 736 and RAIL

To get from Waterford to Castlebar in Ireland, take the 736 bus from Merchants Quay-Waterford Bus Stn station to Parkgate Street station. Next, take the RAIL train from Dublin Heuston station to Castlebar station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 5 hr 49 min. The bus and train schedule from Waterford may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Castlebar on the Moovit app.

349min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 736736
Train - RAILRAIL
Walk to Castlebar
Leaves from Merchants Quay-Waterford Bus Stn

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Merchants Quay-Waterford Bus Stn
    ID 352561
    20 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 736736
    Wait for bus
    736
    Dublin Airport Zone 16
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Parkgate Street
    ID 10996
    145 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Dublin Heuston
    240 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Westport
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Castlebar
    ID 0
    177 min
  • 7
    Walk to Castlebar
    Walk to
    Castlebar
    20 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Waterford to Castlebar?

    The fastest way takes 365 minutes, using Bus line 73, Train line RAIL.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Waterford to Castlebar?

    The alternative route takes 349 minutes, using Bus line 736, Train line RAIL.

  • Is there a direct bus between Waterford and Castlebar in Ireland?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 6 hr 5 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Waterford to Castlebar in Ireland?

    The 73 bus line goes from Waterford Bus Station station near Waterford to Athlone station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Athlone station near Castlebar in Ireland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Waterford to Castlebar in Ireland by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Waterford and Castlebar in Ireland by bus and train is about 6 hr 5 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Waterford to get to Castlebar in Ireland?

    Get on the 73 bus from the Waterford Bus Station stop near Waterford in Ireland.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Waterford and Castlebar in Ireland?

    Get off the bus at the Athlone station, which is closest to Castlebar in Ireland.

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