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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Drogheda is to bus via Dublin which costs €29 - €45 and takes 6h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Drogheda is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Drogheda?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Drogheda station. However, there are services departing from Cork Alfred Street and arriving at Drogheda Bus Station via Dublin Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Drogheda?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Drogheda. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Drogheda via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Cork to Drogheda?

The distance between Cork and Drogheda is 319 km. The road distance is 285.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Drogheda without a car is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs €30 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Cork to Drogheda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Drogheda bus from?

Cork to Drogheda bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Cork Alfred Street station.

Where do I catch the Cork to Drogheda train from?

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

Train or bus from Cork to Drogheda?

The best way to get from Cork to Drogheda is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs €30 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €50 and takes 4h 16m.

Where does the Cork to Drogheda bus arrive?

Cork to Drogheda bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 10 station.

Where does the Cork to Drogheda train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cork to Drogheda?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Drogheda is 286 km. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Cork to Drogheda.

Where can I stay near Drogheda?

There are 74+ hotels available in Drogheda.

Cork to Drogheda - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Cork to Drogheda by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Cork to Dublin Heustontrain 205 / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Droghedatrain Ic / ...
3h 45m
€33–47
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred Street to Dublin Airport Zone 10bus 707
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Drogheda Bus Stationbus 100X
4h 16m
€29–48
Drive 285.9 km
1. Drive from Cork to Droghedacar 285.9 km
3h 14m
€49–70
Bus to Kerry Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station to Kerry Airportbus
2. Fly from Kerry Airport (KIR) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane KIR - DUB
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Drogheda Bus Stationbus
4h 36m
€46–100
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Bachelors Walkbus 600
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Saint Mary's Hospitalbus 101
6h 27m
€29–41
Bus to Shannon Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station to Shannon Airportbus
2. Fly from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane SNN - DUB
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Drogheda Bus Stationbus
7h 10m
€75–242

Cork to Drogheda by train, tram, and foot

98Weekly Services

3h 45mAverage Duration

€33Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cork to Drogheda.

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Distance: 319.5 km
Duration: 3h 45m

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

You can take a train from Cork to Drogheda via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, and Dublin Connolly in around 3h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cork Alfred Street to Drogheda Bus Station via Dublin Airport Zone 10 and Dublin Airport Zone 13 in around 4h 16m.

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