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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Drogheda is to train and bus which costs €16 - €25 and takes 3h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Drogheda is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs €20 - €29.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Drogheda?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow station to Drogheda station. However, there are services departing from Carlow Bus Station and arriving at Drogheda Bus Station via Dublin Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Carlow and Drogheda?

No, there is no direct train from Carlow to Drogheda. However, there are services departing from Carlow and arriving at Drogheda via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Carlow to Drogheda?

The distance between Carlow and Drogheda is 143 km. The road distance is 119.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Drogheda without a car is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs €18 - €28.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Carlow to Drogheda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Drogheda bus from?

Carlow to Drogheda bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Carlow Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Drogheda train from?

Carlow to Drogheda train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Carlow station.

Train or bus from Carlow to Drogheda?

The best way to get from Carlow to Drogheda is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs €18 - €28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €35 and takes 2h 31m.

Where does the Carlow to Drogheda bus arrive?

Carlow to Drogheda bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 16 station.

Where does the Carlow to Drogheda train arrive?

Carlow to Drogheda train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Carlow to Drogheda?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Drogheda is 120 km. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Carlow to Drogheda.

Where can I stay near Drogheda?

There are 130+ hotels available in Drogheda.

Carlow to Drogheda - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Carlow 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 Carlow to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Droghedatrain Ic / ...
2h 15m
€19–28
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Dublin Airport Zone 16bus 736
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Drogheda Bus Stationbus 100X
2h 31m
€17–32
Drive 119.7 km
1. Drive from Carlow to Droghedacar 119.7 km
1h 36m
€20–29
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Eden Quaybus 736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cumberland Street North to George's Streetbus 901
3h 12m
€19–30
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Carlow to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to St Marys Hospitalbus 101
3h 15m
€17–25

Carlow to Drogheda by train, tram, and foot

65Weekly Services

2h 15mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Carlow to Drogheda.

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Distance: 143.3 km
Duration: 2h 15m

What companies run services between Carlow, Ireland and Drogheda, Ireland?

You can take a train from Carlow to Drogheda via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Busáras, and Dublin Connolly in around 2h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlow Bus Station to Drogheda Bus Station via Dublin Airport Zone 16 and Dublin Airport Zone 13 in around 2h 31m.

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