Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

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

Wexford Arts Centre
Art & Performing Arts•Free

Where to Eat in Wexford

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Grounds @ Snow Cottage (Kilmore Quay, Co. Wexford Y35E922) and Frank's Place (54/56 North Main Street) are great picks.

When to visit Wexford

Wexford in January
Estimated hotel price
€94
1 night at 3-star hotel
Wexford in January
Estimated hotel price
€94
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. The shortest domestic flight to Wexford departs from Milltown (Kerry) and takes around 55m.

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 Thrifty, among others, in Dublin.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Wexford, including Bus, National Express and Aircoach. From Belfast, the bus ride to Wexford takes 225 km and will cost you around €12. From Cork, the ticket costs about €36 for a journey of 290 km.

Plane

Although Wexford doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Waterford (WAT), which is located 46 km from Wexford. The shortest domestic flight to Wexford departs from Milltown (Kerry) and takes around 55m.

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 Thrifty, among others, in Dublin.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Wexford, including Bus, National Express and Aircoach. From Belfast, the bus ride to Wexford takes 225 km and will cost you around €12. From Cork, the ticket costs about €36 for a journey of 290 km.

Airports near Wexford

DUBDublin
ORKCork
WATWaterford

Airlines serving Wexford

Lufthansa
Good (7,288 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,381 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,243 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,690 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,985 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,934 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,865 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,915 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,465 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (823 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,306 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,608 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,893 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,463 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,103 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (351 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,232 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,621 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,319 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,942 reviews)
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Where to stay in Wexford

Average rates range from around €108 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €232 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Wexford

Most booked hotels in Wexford

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Whitford House Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
€108+
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Ferrycarrig Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
€124+
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The Riverside Park Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
€119+
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Talbot Hotel Wexford
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
€97+
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Padua Guest Accommodation Rosslare
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
€108+
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Ferryport House B&B
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
€123+
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Hiring a car in Wexford

Hiring a car in Wexford costs €48 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 14% cheaper than airport locations in Wexford.

Expect to pay €1.72 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 €20.57 and €27.42. The most frequently booked car type in Wexford is Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size car hire (Opel Vivaro or similar) is, on average, 53% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Wexford costs €48 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 14% cheaper than airport locations in Wexford.

Expect to pay €1.72 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 €20.57 and €27.42. The most frequently booked car type in Wexford is Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size car hire (Opel Vivaro or similar) is, on average, 53% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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