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

The cheapest way to get from Drogheda to Carrickfergus is to train and line 0 train which costs £16 - £24 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Drogheda to Carrickfergus is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Drogheda and Carrickfergus?

No, there is no direct bus from Drogheda to Carrickfergus. However, there are services departing from Drogheda and arriving at Joymount via High Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Drogheda and Carrickfergus?

No, there is no direct train from Drogheda to Carrickfergus. However, there are services departing from Drogheda and arriving at Carrickfergus via Great Victoria Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Drogheda to Carrickfergus?

The distance between Drogheda and Carrickfergus is 93 miles. The road distance is 84.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Drogheda to Carrickfergus without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £19 - £29.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Drogheda to Carrickfergus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Drogheda to Carrickfergus bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Drogheda to Carrickfergus train from?

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

Train or bus from Drogheda to Carrickfergus?

The best way to get from Drogheda to Carrickfergus is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £19 - £29. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 52m.

Where does the Drogheda to Carrickfergus bus arrive?

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

Where does the Drogheda to Carrickfergus train arrive?

Drogheda to Carrickfergus train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Great Victoria Street station.

Can I drive from Drogheda to Carrickfergus?

Yes, the driving distance between Drogheda to Carrickfergus is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Drogheda to Carrickfergus.

Where can I stay near Carrickfergus?

There are 1197+ hotels available in Carrickfergus.

Drogheda to Carrickfergus - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Drogheda to Carrickfergus by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Drogheda to Great Victoria Street1 Dn->Gc / ...
2. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Carrickfergus1 Gc->Lr / ...
2h 25m
£20–28
Train, line 0 train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Drogheda to Belfast Grand CentralIc / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Carrickfergus0
2h 26m
£16–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Drogheda to Belfast Grand Central184 / ...
2. Take the bus from High Street to Joymount563e / ...
2h 52m
Drive 84.1 mi
1. Drive from Drogheda to Carrickfergus84.1 mi
1h 27m
£22–31

Drogheda to Carrickfergus by train

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2h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 92.3 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

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

You can take a train from Drogheda to Carrickfergus via Great Victoria Street in around 2h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Drogheda to Joymount via Belfast Grand Central and High Street in around 2h 52m.

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