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

The cheapest way to get from Carrickfergus to Drogheda is to line 0 train and train which costs €22 - €35 and takes 3h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carrickfergus to Drogheda is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Carrickfergus and Drogheda?

No, there is no direct bus from Carrickfergus to Drogheda. However, there are services departing from Joymount and arriving at Drogheda via Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Carrickfergus and Drogheda?

No, there is no direct train from Carrickfergus to Drogheda. However, there are services departing from Carrickfergus and arriving at Drogheda via Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Carrickfergus to Drogheda?

The distance between Carrickfergus and Drogheda is 148 km. The road distance is 135 km.

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

The best way to get from Carrickfergus to Drogheda without a car is to line 0 train and train which takes 3h 3m and costs €22 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Carrickfergus to Drogheda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carrickfergus to Drogheda bus from?

Carrickfergus to Drogheda bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Joymount station.

Where do I catch the Carrickfergus to Drogheda train from?

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

Train or bus from Carrickfergus to Drogheda?

The best way to get from Carrickfergus to Drogheda is to line 0 train and train which takes 3h 3m and costs €22 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 44m.

Where does the Carrickfergus to Drogheda bus arrive?

Carrickfergus to Drogheda bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Donegall Place station.

Where does the Carrickfergus to Drogheda train arrive?

Carrickfergus to Drogheda train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.

Can I drive from Carrickfergus to Drogheda?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrickfergus to Drogheda is 135 km. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Carrickfergus to Drogheda.

Where can I stay near Drogheda?

There are 132+ hotels available in Drogheda.

Carrickfergus to Drogheda - 4 ways to travel via train, line 0 train, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Carrickfergus to Drogheda by train, bus, or car

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Line 0 train, train
best
1. Take the train from Carrickfergus to Belfast Grand Central0
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to DroghedaIc / ...
3h 3m
€22–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Joymount to Donegall Place563e / ...
2. Take the bus from Belfast Grand Central to Drogheda143 / ...
3h 44m
Drive 135 km
1. Drive from Carrickfergus to Drogheda135 km
1h 27m
€24–35
Train
1. Take the train from Carrickfergus to Great Victoria Street1 Lr->Gc / ...
2. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Drogheda1 Gc->Dn
3h 3m
€22–32

Carrickfergus to Drogheda by train

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3h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 148.3 km
Duration: 3h 3m

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

You can take a train from Carrickfergus to Drogheda via Belfast Grand Central in around 3h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Joymount to Drogheda via Donegall Place and Belfast Grand Central in around 3h 44m.

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