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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Drogheda is to train which costs €21 - €35 and takes 2h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Drogheda is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Drogheda?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Drogheda. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Drogheda via Queens Square and Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Ballymena and Drogheda?

No, there is no direct train from Ballymena to Drogheda. However, there are services departing from Ballymena and arriving at Drogheda Macbride via Belfast Great Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Drogheda?

The distance between Ballymena and Drogheda is 183 km. The road distance is 147.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Drogheda without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs €21 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Ballymena to Drogheda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Drogheda bus from?

Ballymena to Drogheda bus services, operated by Translink, depart from George Street station.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Drogheda train from?

Ballymena to Drogheda train services, operated by Translink, depart from Ballymena station.

Train or bus from Ballymena to Drogheda?

The best way to get from Ballymena to Drogheda is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs €21 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Ballymena to Drogheda bus arrive?

Ballymena to Drogheda bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Laganside Bus Station.

Where does the Ballymena to Drogheda train arrive?

Ballymena to Drogheda train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast Great Central station.

Can I drive from Ballymena to Drogheda?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Drogheda is 147 km. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Ballymena to Drogheda.

Where can I stay near Drogheda?

There are 133+ hotels available in Drogheda.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Ballymena to Drogheda by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Great Centraltrain Rail
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Drogheda Macbridetrain Rail
2h 56m
€21–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to Laganside Bus Stationbus 218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Belfast Grand Central to Droghedabus 105 / ...
4h 11m
Drive 147.5 km
1. Drive from Ballymena to Droghedacar 147.5 km
1h 46m
€26–37

Ballymena to Drogheda by train

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2h 56mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Ballymena to Drogheda.

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Distance: 182.7 km
Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between Ballymena, Mid and East Antrim, Northern Ireland and Drogheda, Ireland?

You can take a train from Ballymena to Drogheda Macbride via Belfast Great Central in around 2h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from George Street to Drogheda via Laganside Bus Station, Queens Square, Grand Central Station Stand 10, and Belfast Grand Central in around 4h 11m.

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