Wexford travel guide

Wexford Tourism | Wexford Guide

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 46 km from Wexford. Dublin Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from JetBlue, Air France, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States.

Train

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

Car

Another option to get to Wexford is to pick up a car rental from Dublin, which is about 113 km from Wexford. You’ll find branches of Sixt 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 JetBlue, Air France, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States.

Train

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

Car

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

Airports near Wexford

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Airlines serving Wexford

Lufthansa
Good (4,697 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (954 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,586 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,598 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,269 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (491 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,599 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,957 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,437 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,935 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (224 reviews)
Finnair
Good (863 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,170 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (820 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,725 reviews)
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Where to stay in Wexford

Average rates range from around $112 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $325 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, 2650 reviews)
$143+
Padua Guest Accommodation Rosslare
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 782 reviews)
$107+
Tuskar House by the Sea
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1029 reviews)
$135+
Ferrycarrig Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1240 reviews)
$174+
Talbot Hotel Wexford
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 4334 reviews)
$131+
The Riverside Park Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 3535 reviews)
$126+

Renting a car in Wexford

Renting a car in Wexford costs $58 per day, on average, or $116 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $7.53 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 $90.40 and $120.53. 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, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Wexford costs $58 per day, on average, or $116 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $7.53 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 $90.40 and $120.53. 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, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.