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 €16 - €23 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 €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Drogheda?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast station to Drogheda. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Station and arriving at Drogheda Bus via Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Belfast and Drogheda?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Belfast Grand Central and arriving at Drogheda. 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 €16 - €23.

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

The train from Belfast Grand Central to Drogheda 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 Dublin Express, depart from Grand Central Station.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Drogheda train from?

Belfast to Drogheda train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Belfast Grand 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 €16 - €23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €160 and takes 2h 41m.

Where does the Belfast to Drogheda bus arrive?

Belfast to Drogheda bus services, operated by Dublin Express, arrive at Terminal 1 Zone 1 station.

Where does the Belfast to Drogheda train arrive?

Belfast to Drogheda train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Drogheda 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 147+ hotels available in Drogheda.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Belfast to Drogheda by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Droghedatrain Ic / ...
1h 36m
€16–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station to Terminal 1 Zone 1bus 785
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 13 to Drogheda Busbus 100X
2h 41m
€34–152
Drive 118.2 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Droghedacar 118.2 km
1h 14m
€22–31

Belfast to Drogheda by train

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Distance: 128.8 km
Duration: 1h 36m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Belfast Grand Central to Drogheda hourly. Tickets cost €11–17 and the journey takes 1h 36m. Translink also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grand Central Station to Drogheda Bus via Terminal 1 Zone 1 and Airport Zone 13 in around 2h 41m.

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