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

The cheapest way to get from Drogheda to Castlerock is to train via Craigavon which costs £26 - £40 and takes 4h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Drogheda to Castlerock is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Drogheda and Castlerock?

No, there is no direct bus from Drogheda to Castlerock. However, there are services departing from Drogheda Hospital and arriving at Castlerock via Monaghan Bus Station and Coleraine Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Drogheda and Castlerock?

No, there is no direct train from Drogheda to Castlerock. However, there are services departing from Drogheda and arriving at Castlerock via Belfast Great Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Drogheda to Castlerock?

The distance between Drogheda and Castlerock is 148 miles. The road distance is 113.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Drogheda to Castlerock without a car is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £25 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Drogheda to Castlerock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Drogheda to Castlerock bus from?

Drogheda to Castlerock bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Drogheda Hospital station.

Where do I catch the Drogheda to Castlerock train from?

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

Train or bus from Drogheda to Castlerock?

The best way to get from Drogheda to Castlerock is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £25 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the Drogheda to Castlerock bus arrive?

Drogheda to Castlerock bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Monaghan Bus Station.

Where does the Drogheda to Castlerock train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Drogheda to Castlerock?

Yes, the driving distance between Drogheda to Castlerock is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Drogheda to Castlerock.

Where can I stay near Castlerock?

There are 701+ hotels available in Castlerock.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Drogheda to Belfast Grand CentralIc / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Castlerock1_Gc->Ly / ...
3h 39m
£26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Drogheda Hospital to Monaghan Bus Station182
2. Take the bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Coleraine Buscentre278
6h 6m
Drive 113.2 mi
1. Drive from Drogheda to Castlerock113.2 mi
2h 30m
£28–40
Train via Craigavon
1. Take the train from Drogheda to PortadownIc / ...
2. Take the train from Portadown to Castlerock0
4h 40m
£26–37

Drogheda to Castlerock by train

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Distance: 147 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

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

You can take a train from Drogheda to Castlerock via Belfast Great Central in around 3h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Drogheda Hospital to Castlerock via Monaghan Bus Station and Coleraine Buscentre in around 6h 6m.

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