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, Green Acres (2 Lower George's Street) 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 28 miles from Wexford. Dublin Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from KLM, American Airlines, British Airways and other airlines departing from the United States.

Train

The train station in Wexford is called Wexford, and is located 0.5 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Wexford is to pick up a car rental from Dublin, which is about 70 miles from Wexford. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Europcar, among others, in Dublin.

Plane

Although Wexford doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Waterford (WAT), which is located 28 miles from Wexford. Dublin Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from KLM, American Airlines, British Airways and other airlines departing from the United States.

Train

The train station in Wexford is called Wexford, and is located 0.5 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Wexford is to pick up a car rental from Dublin, which is about 70 miles from Wexford. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Europcar, among others, in Dublin.

Airports near Wexford

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Airlines serving Wexford

Lufthansa
Good (4,673 reviews)
KLM
Good (842 reviews)
SWISS
Good (950 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,643 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,245 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,575 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (487 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,595 reviews)
Air France
Good (982 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,107 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,424 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,988 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (6,010 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (855 reviews)
LOT
Good (677 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (810 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (935 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,168 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (838 reviews)
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Where to stay in Wexford

Average rates range from around $121 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $326 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, 2688 reviews)
$155+
Padua Guest Accommodation Rosslare
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 791 reviews)
$107+
Tuskar House by the Sea
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1036 reviews)
$135+
Ferrycarrig Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1246 reviews)
$178+
Talbot Hotel Wexford
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 4388 reviews)
$131+
The Riverside Park Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 3553 reviews)
$125+

Renting a car in Wexford

Renting a car in Wexford costs $57 per day, on average, or $113 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $7.50 per gallon in Wexford (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $89.94 and $119.92. The most frequently booked car type in Wexford is Intermediate (Nissan Qashqai or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 69% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Wexford costs $57 per day, on average, or $113 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $7.50 per gallon in Wexford (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $89.94 and $119.92. The most frequently booked car type in Wexford is Intermediate (Nissan Qashqai or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 69% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.