What is the cheapest way to get from Athenry to Drogheda?

The cheapest way to get from Athenry to Drogheda is to train and bus which costs €20 - €29 and takes 5h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athenry to Drogheda?

The fastest way to get from Athenry to Drogheda is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct train between Athenry and Drogheda?

No, there is no direct train from Athenry to Drogheda. However, there are services departing from Athenry and arriving at Drogheda via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Athenry to Drogheda?

The distance between Athenry and Drogheda is 274 km. The road distance is 194.8 km.

How do I travel from Athenry to Drogheda without a car?

The best way to get from Athenry to Drogheda without a car is to bus which takes 3h 49m and costs €28 - €50.

How long does it take to get from Athenry to Drogheda?

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Athenry to Drogheda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athenry to Drogheda train from?

Athenry to Drogheda train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Athenry station.

Train or bus from Athenry to Drogheda?

The best way to get from Athenry to Drogheda is to bus which takes 3h 49m and costs €28 - €50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €26 - €40 and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Athenry to Drogheda train arrive?

Athenry to Drogheda train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Athenry to Drogheda?

Yes, the driving distance between Athenry to Drogheda is 195 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Athenry to Drogheda.

Where can I stay near Drogheda?

There are 130+ hotels available in Drogheda.

Athenry to Drogheda - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Athenry to Drogheda by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Galway Coach Station to Dublin Airport Zone 11bus 760 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Drogheda Bus Stationbus 100X
3h 49m
€28–48
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Athenry to Athlonetrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Athlone Station to Windmill Roadbus 190
5h 9m
€20–28
Train
1. Take the train from Athenry to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Droghedatrain Ic / ...
4h 34m
€26–39
Drive 194.8 km
1. Drive from Athenry to Droghedacar 194.8 km
2h 19m
€33–48

Athenry to Drogheda by train and bus

131Weekly Services

3h 49mAverage Duration

€28Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Athenry to Drogheda.

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Distance: 273.9 km
Duration: 3h 49m

What companies run services between Athenry, Ireland and Drogheda, Ireland?

You can take a train from Athenry to Drogheda Bus Station via Galway, Galway Coach Station, and Dublin Airport Zone 13 in around 3h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Athenry to Drogheda via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Busáras, and Dublin Connolly in around 4h 34m.

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