Wexford travel guide

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You're Going to Love Wexford

With a population of 19,913, Wexford is the largest city in Wexford, Ireland by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Wexford to see all of its attractions.

Activities & attractions in Wexford

Where to Eat in Wexford

If you’re looking for affordable options, Yeah! Burgr Wexford (Redmond Square, Ferrybank South) and Green Acres (2 Lower George's Street) are great picks.

When to visit Wexford

Wexford in April
Estimated hotel price
€108
1 night at 3-star hotel
Wexford in April
Estimated hotel price
€108
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Wexford

Plane

Although Wexford doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Waterford (WAT), which is located 46 km from Wexford. Dublin Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Aer Lingus, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from Ireland.

Train

The train station in Wexford is called Wexford, and is located 0.8 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Wexford is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 113 km from Wexford. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Budget, among others, in Dublin.

Plane

Although Wexford doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Waterford (WAT), which is located 46 km from Wexford. Dublin Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Aer Lingus, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from Ireland.

Train

The train station in Wexford is called Wexford, and is located 0.8 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Wexford is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 113 km from Wexford. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Budget, among others, in Dublin.

Airports near Wexford

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Airlines serving Wexford

Lufthansa
Good (7,199 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,358 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,838 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,679 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (9,005 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,833 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,684 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,570 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (857 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,575 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,948 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,388 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (7,824 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (404 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,322 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,305 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,332 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,241 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,233 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,915 reviews)
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Where to stay in Wexford

Average rates range from around €133 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €288 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Wexford

Most booked hotels in Wexford

Whitford House Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
€99+
Ferrycarrig Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
€100+
Talbot Hotel Wexford
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
€96+
Clayton Whites Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
€88+
Maldron Hotel Wexford
3 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
€80+

Hiring a car in Wexford

Hiring a car in Wexford costs €32 per day, on average.

Expect to pay €1.75 per litre in Wexford (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €20.95 and €27.93. Mini (Class Mini Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Wexford, while also 60% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Wexford costs €32 per day, on average.

Expect to pay €1.75 per litre in Wexford (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €20.95 and €27.93. Mini (Class Mini Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Wexford, while also 60% cheaper than other types, on average.