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

The cheapest way to get from Ballycastle to Drogheda is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballycastle to Drogheda is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Ballycastle and Drogheda?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballycastle to Drogheda. However, there are services departing from Market Street and arriving at Drogheda via Ballymena Buscentre, Queens Square and Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

How far is it from Ballycastle to Drogheda?

The distance between Ballycastle and Drogheda is 229 km. The road distance is 188.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballycastle to Drogheda without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 37m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Ballycastle to Drogheda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballycastle to Drogheda bus from?

Ballycastle to Drogheda bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Market Street station.

Where does the Ballycastle to Drogheda bus arrive?

Ballycastle to Drogheda bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Ballymena Buscentre station.

Can I drive from Ballycastle to Drogheda?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballycastle to Drogheda is 188 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Ballycastle to Drogheda.

Where can I stay near Drogheda?

There are 137+ hotels available in Drogheda.

Ballycastle to Drogheda - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Ballycastle 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, train
best
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Ballymena Buscentrebus 131 / ...
2. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Great Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Drogheda Macbridetrain
4h 37m
Drive 188.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballycastle to Droghedacar 188.4 km
2h 16m
€33–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Ballymena Buscentrebus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ballymena Buscentre to Laganside Bus Stationbus 218 / ...
3. Take the bus from Belfast Grand Central to Droghedabus 105 / ...
5h 51m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ballycastle to Drogheda.

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Distance: 228.9 km
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Ballycastle, Northern Ireland and Drogheda, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Market Street to Drogheda via Ballymena Buscentre, Laganside Bus Station, Queens Square, Grand Central Station Stand 10, and Belfast Grand Central in around 5h 51m.

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