What is the cheapest way to get from Balbriggan to Howth Head?

The cheapest way to get from Balbriggan to Howth Head is to train which costs €4 - €9 and takes 1h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Balbriggan to Howth Head?

The fastest way to get from Balbriggan to Howth Head is to drive which takes 34 min and costs €5 - €9.

Is there a direct bus between Balbriggan and Howth Head?

No, there is no direct bus from Balbriggan to Howth Head. However, there are services departing from Balbriggan Comm Cen and arriving at Main Street Howth via Busáras. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Balbriggan and Howth Head?

No, there is no direct train from Balbriggan to Howth Head. However, there are services departing from Balbriggan and arriving at Howth via Howth Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Balbriggan to Howth Head?

The distance between Balbriggan and Howth Head is 34 km. The road distance is 33.9 km.

How do I travel from Balbriggan to Howth Head without a car?

The best way to get from Balbriggan to Howth Head without a car is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs €4 - €9.

How long does it take to get from Balbriggan to Howth Head?

It takes approximately 1h 17m to get from Balbriggan to Howth Head, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balbriggan to Howth Head bus from?

Balbriggan to Howth Head bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Balbriggan Comm Cen station.

Where do I catch the Balbriggan to Howth Head train from?

Balbriggan to Howth Head train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Balbriggan station.

Train or bus from Balbriggan to Howth Head?

The best way to get from Balbriggan to Howth Head is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs €4 - €9. Alternatively, you can line 101 bus and bus, which costs €8 - €12 and takes 2h 41m.

Where does the Balbriggan to Howth Head bus arrive?

Balbriggan to Howth Head bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Dublin Busáras station.

Where does the Balbriggan to Howth Head train arrive?

Balbriggan to Howth Head train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Howth Junction station.

Can I drive from Balbriggan to Howth Head?

Yes, the driving distance between Balbriggan to Howth Head is 34 km. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Balbriggan to Howth Head.

Where can I stay near Howth Head?

There are 1040+ hotels available in Howth Head.

Balbriggan to Howth Head - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 101 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Balbriggan to Howth Head by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
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1. Take the train from Balbriggan to Howth Junctiontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Howth Junction to Howthtrain Re / ...
1h 17m
€5–8
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Balbriggan to Dublin Connollytrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Five Lamps to Main Street Howthbus 6 / ...
1h 53m
€7–9
Line 101 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Balbriggan Comm Cen to Dublin Busárasbus 101
2. Take the bus from Busáras to Main Street Howthbus 6 / ...
2h 41m
€9–11
Drive 33.9 km
1. Drive from Balbriggan to Howth Headcar 33.9 km
34 min
€6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balbriggan to Howth Headtaxi 33.9 km
34 min
€50–65

Balbriggan to Howth Head by train and foot

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1h 17mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Balbriggan to Howth Head.

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Distance: 34.1 km
Duration: 1h 17m

What companies run services between Balbriggan, Ireland and Howth Head, Ireland?

You can take a train from Balbriggan to Howth Head via Howth Junction and Howth in around 1h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Balbriggan Comm Cen to Howth Head via Dublin Busáras, Busáras, and Main Street Howth in around 2h 41m.

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