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

The cheapest way to get from Drogheda to Ballybofey is to drive which costs €29 - €45 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Drogheda to Ballybofey is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Drogheda and Ballybofey?

No, there is no direct bus from Drogheda to Ballybofey. However, there are services departing from Drogheda Hospital and arriving at Ballybofey via Ardee N33 and Letterkenny Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

How far is it from Drogheda to Ballybofey?

The distance between Drogheda and Ballybofey is 212 km. The road distance is 177.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Drogheda to Ballybofey without a car is to bus which takes 5h 42m and costs €30 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Drogheda to Ballybofey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Drogheda to Ballybofey bus from?

Drogheda to Ballybofey bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Ardee N33 station.

Where does the Drogheda to Ballybofey bus arrive?

Drogheda to Ballybofey bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Letterkenny Bus Station.

Can I drive from Drogheda to Ballybofey?

Yes, the driving distance between Drogheda to Ballybofey is 178 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Drogheda to Ballybofey.

Where can I stay near Ballybofey?

There are 119+ hotels available in Ballybofey.

Drogheda to Ballybofey - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Drogheda to Ballybofey by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ardee N33 to Letterkenny Bus Stationbus 32
5h 42m
€31–53
Drive 177.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Drogheda to Ballybofeycar 177.5 km
2h 13m
€30–43
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Drogheda Macbride to Belfast Great Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Derry-Londonderrytrain
3. Take the bus from Ulsterbus Depot to Ballybofeybus 64
6h 47m
€36–59

Drogheda to Ballybofey by bus

73Weekly Buses

5h 42mAverage Duration

€31Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Drogheda to Ballybofey.

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Distance: 211.9 km
Duration: 5h 42m

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

Expressway (Bus Éireann) operates a bus from Ardee N33 to Letterkenny Bus Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost €21–30 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Mc Ginley Coach Travel also services this route every 4 hours.

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