The average train between Dundalk and Drogheda takes 20 min and the fastest train takes 19 min. There is a train service every few hours from Dundalk 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 hourly between Dundalk and Drogheda. The earliest departure is at 5:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dundalk is at 10:16 PM which arrives into Drogheda at 10:36 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 20 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Want to know about travelling from Dundalk 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.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dundalk station and arriving at Drogheda station. Services depart hourly, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 20 min.
Dundalk to Drogheda train services, operated by Translink, depart from Dundalk station.
Dundalk to Drogheda train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Drogheda Macbride station.
The distance between Dundalk and Drogheda is 31.6 km. The road distance is 36 km.
Translink operates a train from Dundalk to Drogheda Macbride hourly. Tickets cost €8–12 and the journey takes 20 min. Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) also services this route hourly.
