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

The cheapest way to get from Drogheda to Belfast is to train which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Drogheda to Belfast is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Drogheda and Belfast?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Drogheda and arriving at Belfast Grand Central. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Drogheda and Belfast?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Drogheda and arriving at Belfast Grand Central. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Drogheda to Belfast?

The distance between Drogheda and Belfast is 80 miles. The road distance is 74.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Drogheda to Belfast without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs £13 - £20.

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

The train from Drogheda to Belfast Grand Central takes 1h 30m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Drogheda to Belfast bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Drogheda to Belfast train from?

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

Train or bus from Drogheda to Belfast?

The best way to get from Drogheda to Belfast is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs £13 - £20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 30m.

Where does the Drogheda to Belfast bus arrive?

Drogheda to Belfast bus services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.

Where does the Drogheda to Belfast train arrive?

Drogheda to Belfast train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.

Can I drive from Drogheda to Belfast?

Yes, the driving distance between Drogheda to Belfast is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Drogheda to Belfast.

Where can I stay near Belfast?

There are 1268+ hotels available in Belfast.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Drogheda to Belfast by train, bus, or car

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Drogheda to Belfast by train

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1h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 80 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between Drogheda, Ireland and Belfast, Northern Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Drogheda to Belfast Grand Central hourly. Tickets cost £10–15 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Translink also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a bus from Drogheda to Belfast Grand Central 4 times a week, and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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