Introduction
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. Wexford deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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 January
Estimated hotel price
£72
1 night at 3-star hotel
Wexford in January
Estimated hotel price
£72
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 Ryanair, British Airways, Aer Lingus and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest flight to Wexford from the United Kingdom departs from Birmingham and takes around 1h.

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

You can travel by bus to Wexford using Bus or National Express. From Knock, the bus ride to Wexford takes 512 km and will cost you around £15. From Shannon, the ticket costs about £25 for a journey of 644 km.

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 Ryanair, British Airways, Aer Lingus and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest flight to Wexford from the United Kingdom departs from Birmingham and takes around 1h.

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

You can travel by bus to Wexford using Bus or National Express. From Knock, the bus ride to Wexford takes 512 km and will cost you around £15. From Shannon, the ticket costs about £25 for a journey of 644 km.

Airports near Wexford

DUBDublin
ORKCork
WATWaterford

Airlines serving Wexford

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in Wexford

Average rates range from around £97 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £201 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)
£119+
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Ferrycarrig Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£117+
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Talbot Hotel Wexford
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£91+
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The Riverside Park Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£90+
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Padua Guest Accommodation Rosslare
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£92+
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Clayton Whites Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£83+
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Hiring a car in Wexford

Hiring a car in Wexford costs £71 per day, on average, or £142 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 62% more expensive than at Dublin.

Expect to pay £1.41 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 £16.92 and £22.56. The most frequently booked car type in Wexford is Economy (Ford Ka or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard car hire (Class Standard Crossover or similar) is, on average, 39% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Wexford costs £71 per day, on average, or £142 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 62% more expensive than at Dublin.

Expect to pay £1.41 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 £16.92 and £22.56. The most frequently booked car type in Wexford is Economy (Ford Ka or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard car hire (Class Standard Crossover or similar) is, on average, 39% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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