The average train between Athy and Drogheda takes 2h 58m and the fastest train takes 2h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Athy to Drogheda. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Athy and Drogheda. The earliest departure is at 8:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Athy is at 9:55 PM which arrives into Drogheda at 12:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 2h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 58m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Athy to Drogheda? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Athy to Drogheda. However, there are services departing from Athy station and arriving at Drogheda station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.
Athy to Drogheda train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Athy station.
Athy to Drogheda train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Drogheda station.
The distance between Athy and Drogheda is 91.1 km. The road distance is 126 km.
You can take a train from Athy to Drogheda via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey St., and Tara Street in around 2h 36m.