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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Drogheda is to train which costs €11 - €17 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Drogheda is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs €20 - €30.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Drogheda?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Belfast Grand Central and arriving at Drogheda. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Belfast and Drogheda?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Belfast Great Central and arriving at Drogheda Macbride. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 36m.

How far is it from Belfast to Drogheda?

The distance between Belfast and Drogheda is 129 km. The road distance is 118.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Drogheda without a car is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs €11 - €17.

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

The train from Belfast Great Central to Drogheda Macbride takes 1h 36m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Drogheda bus from?

Belfast to Drogheda bus services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Belfast Grand Central station.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Drogheda train from?

Belfast to Drogheda train services, operated by Translink, depart from Belfast Great Central station.

Train or bus from Belfast to Drogheda?

The best way to get from Belfast to Drogheda is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs €11 - €17. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 47m.

Where does the Belfast to Drogheda bus arrive?

Belfast to Drogheda bus services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Drogheda station.

Where does the Belfast to Drogheda train arrive?

Belfast to Drogheda train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Drogheda Macbride station.

Can I drive from Belfast to Drogheda?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Drogheda is 118 km. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Belfast to Drogheda.

Where can I stay near Drogheda?

There are 128+ hotels available in Drogheda.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Belfast 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.

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best
1. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Drogheda Macbride1 Gc->Dn / ...
1h 36m
€11–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Belfast Grand Central to Drogheda143 / ...
1h 47m
Drive 118.2 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Drogheda118.2 km
1h 14m
€21–30

Belfast to Drogheda by train

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1h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 128.8 km
Duration: 1h 36m

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

Translink operates a train from Belfast Great Central to Drogheda Macbride hourly. Tickets cost €16–22 and the journey takes 1h 36m. Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a bus from Belfast Grand Central to Drogheda once daily, and the journey takes 1h 47m.

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