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

The cheapest way to get from Drogheda to Athy is to bus which costs €12 and takes 3h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Drogheda to Athy is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs €17 - €26.

Is there a direct bus between Drogheda and Athy?

No, there is no direct bus from Drogheda to Athy. However, there are services departing from Georges Street and arriving at Athy via Wellington Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Drogheda and Athy?

No, there is no direct train from Drogheda to Athy. However, there are services departing from Drogheda and arriving at Athy via Busáras and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Drogheda to Athy?

The distance between Drogheda and Athy is 125 km. The road distance is 105.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Drogheda to Athy without a car is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs €17 - €26.

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Drogheda to Athy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Drogheda to Athy bus from?

Drogheda to Athy bus services, operated by Matthews Coach Hire, depart from Georges Street station.

Where do I catch the Drogheda to Athy train from?

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

Train or bus from Drogheda to Athy?

The best way to get from Drogheda to Athy is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs €17 - €26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 and takes 3h 49m.

Where does the Drogheda to Athy bus arrive?

Drogheda to Athy bus services, operated by Matthews Coach Hire, arrive at Cathal Brugha Street station.

Where does the Drogheda to Athy train arrive?

Drogheda to Athy train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Drogheda to Athy?

Yes, the driving distance between Drogheda to Athy is 105 km. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Drogheda to Athy.

Where can I stay near Athy?

There are 138+ hotels available in Athy.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Drogheda to Athy 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 Drogheda to Dublin Connolly1 Gc->Dn
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to AthyRe / ...
2h 33m
€18–25
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Georges Street to Cathal Brugha Street901
2. Take the bus from Wellington Quay to Athy130
3h 49m
€12
Drive 105.2 km
1. Drive from Drogheda to Athy105.2 km
1h 33m
€18–26
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Marys Hospital to Dublin Busáras101
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to AthyRe / ...
3h 56m
€15–22
Bus via Kildare
1. Take the bus from Drogheda Bus Station to Dublin, Airport
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Kildare726
3. Take the bus from Kildare to Barrow Quay883
3h 59m
€25–37

Drogheda to Athy by train and tram

66Weekly Services

2h 33mAverage Duration

€18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 125.3 km
Duration: 2h 33m

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

You can take a train from Drogheda to Athy via Dublin Connolly, Busáras, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 2h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Georges Street to Athy via Cathal Brugha Street and Wellington Quay in around 3h 49m.

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