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

The cheapest way to get from Castlebar to Drogheda is to train and bus which costs €24 - €35 and takes 5h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castlebar to Drogheda is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Castlebar and Drogheda?

No, there is no direct bus from Castlebar to Drogheda station. However, there are services departing from Castlebar and arriving at Drogheda Bus Station via Dublin, Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Castlebar and Drogheda?

No, there is no direct train from Castlebar to Drogheda. However, there are services departing from Castlebar and arriving at Drogheda via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Castlebar to Drogheda?

The distance between Castlebar and Drogheda is 299 km. The road distance is 224.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Castlebar to Drogheda without a car is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs €30 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Castlebar to Drogheda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castlebar to Drogheda bus from?

Castlebar to Drogheda bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Castlebar station.

Where do I catch the Castlebar to Drogheda train from?

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

Train or bus from Castlebar to Drogheda?

The best way to get from Castlebar to Drogheda is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs €30 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €50 and takes 4h 36m.

Where does the Castlebar to Drogheda bus arrive?

Castlebar to Drogheda bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 15 station.

Where does the Castlebar to Drogheda train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Castlebar to Drogheda?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlebar to Drogheda is 224 km. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Castlebar to Drogheda.

Where can I stay near Drogheda?

There are 128+ hotels available in Drogheda.

Castlebar to Drogheda - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Castlebar to Dublin Heuston803 / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to DroghedaIc / ...
4h 15m
€31–45
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Castlebar to Athlone803 / ...
2. Take the bus from Athlone Station to Windmill Road190
5h 43m
€25–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Castlebar to Dublin Airport Zone 15721
2. Take the bus from Dublin, Airport to Drogheda Bus Station100x
4h 36m
€28–48
Drive 224.2 km
1. Drive from Castlebar to Drogheda224.2 km
3h 5m
€38–55

Castlebar to Drogheda by train and tram

39Weekly Services

4h 15mAverage Duration

€31Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Castlebar to Drogheda.

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Distance: 298.6 km
Duration: 4h 15m

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

You can take a train from Castlebar to Drogheda via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, and Dublin Connolly in around 4h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castlebar to Drogheda Bus Station via Dublin, Airport in around 4h 36m.

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