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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Drogheda is to bus via St Marys Hospital which costs €28 - €45 and takes 4h 49m.

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 13m 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 41m.

How far is it from Cork to Drogheda?

The distance between Cork and Drogheda is 319 km. The road distance is 285.7 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 41m and costs €30 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m 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 Aircoach, 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 41m and costs €30 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €45 and takes 4h 16m.

Where does the Cork to Drogheda bus arrive?

Cork to Drogheda bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 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 13m to drive from Cork to Drogheda.

Where can I stay near Drogheda?

There are 129+ hotels available in Drogheda.

Cork to Drogheda - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 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 Heuston205 / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to DroghedaIc / ...
3h 41m
€33–47
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred Street to Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2704x
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Drogheda Bus Station100X
4h 16m
€26–44
Drive 285.7 km
1. Drive from Cork to Drogheda285.7 km
3h 13m
€48–70
Fly from Cork Airport, bus
1. Fly from Cork Airport (ORK) to Dublin Airport (DUB)ORK - DUB
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Drogheda Bus Station
5h 26m
€70–203
Bus via St Marys Hospital
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred Street to Dublin Airport Zone 10707
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to St Marys Hospital101
4h 49m
€29–41
Bus to Kerry Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station to Kerry Airport
2. Fly from Kerry Airport (KIR) to Dublin Airport (DUB)KIR - DUB
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Drogheda Bus Station
4h 36m
€46–125
Bus to Shannon Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station to Shannon Airport
2. Fly from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Dublin Airport (DUB)SNN - DUB
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Drogheda Bus Station
7h 15m
€90–222

Cork to Drogheda by train, tram, and foot

98Weekly Services

3h 41mAverage Duration

€33Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cork to Drogheda.

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Distance: 319.1 km
Duration: 3h 41m

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

You can take a train from Cork to Drogheda via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Busáras, and Dublin Connolly in around 3h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cork Alfred Street to Drogheda Bus Station via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 and Dublin Airport Zone 13 in around 4h 16m.

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